Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto?

At MSRP the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto is the cheaper of the two at $1,145, against $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $4,155 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor wears larger at 42mm versus 40mm for the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto?

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto carries a 42-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 Jazzmaster Thinline Auto?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE and the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto uses the 2892-A2.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsHamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto

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 Jazzmaster Thinline Auto

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MSRP $1,145

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

Jazzmaster Thinline Auto40mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

Jazzmaster Thinline Auto42h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

Jazzmaster Thinline Auto50m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

Jazzmaster Thinline Auto$1,145

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Black

Beige

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

2892-A2

Power Reserve

40h

42h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$1,145

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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 Jazzmaster Thinline Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto for its gorgeous, stunning, and captivating dials, particularly the champagne and burgundy variants, and its thin, comfortable profile, often noted at around 7mm to 8.4mm, making it ideal for wearability under shirt cuffs. The ETA 2892 movement is considered a strong value, though some owners report the rotor can be noisy and the winding feel unrefined, while others find the small crown difficult to manipulate. The absence of a second hand is polarizing, with some appreciating the simplicity and ease of setting, while others miss its presence. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto highly for its attractive, thin design and dial beauty at its price point.

From video reviewers

The slim case profile and affordable price point are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the absence of a second hand.

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