Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono?

At MSRP the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono is the cheaper of the two at $2,645, against $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $2,655 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor wears larger at 42mm versus 40mm for the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono?

The Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono carries a 60-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor run compared to the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE and the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono uses the H-31.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsHamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

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MSRP $5,300

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

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MSRP $2,645

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono40mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono60h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono100m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono$2,645

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Black

White

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

H-31

Power Reserve

40h

60h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$2,645

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor features a 42mm Grade 2 titanium case with black DLC finishing and a refined Trip-Tick construction. Reviewers note its slimmer profile and reduced lug-to-lug distance make it more wearable than previous MB models. The watch has a bi-directional Roto-Click inner bezel, a black dial with Felix the Cat imagery and bright yellow accents, and is powered by the automatic calibre BB14-AH with a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highlight the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor's improved wearability and distinctive design elements.

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Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono for its historically significant retro design, clean panda dial, and value, with many noting its comfortable wearability and how it garners compliments. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its attractive dial with well-placed sub-registers and polished indices, evoking a vintage charm. Some owners find the 14mm+ case thickness substantial, though others note it wears smaller than expected and fits under shirt cuffs. The H-31 movement's rotor is described as spinny by one owner, and accuracy figures range from +3 to +8 seconds per day, with one owner noting the OEM strap is utilitarian. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono highly for its vintage aesthetic and value proposition.

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