Which is cheaper, the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 or the Bremont Altitude Chronograph?

At MSRP the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 is the cheaper of the two at $680, against $6,300 for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph — a $5,620 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 or the Bremont Altitude Chronograph?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph wears larger at 42mm versus 37mm for the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 or the Bremont Altitude Chronograph?

The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 or the Bremont Altitude Chronograph?

The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

What movement does the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 run compared to the Bremont Altitude Chronograph?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 uses the Miyota 9039 and the Bremont Altitude Chronograph uses the BE-50AE.

Side by side

Baltic Aquascaphe MK2vsBremont Altitude Chronograph

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

Baltic Aquascaphe MK2

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MSRP $680

Bremont Altitude Chronograph

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MSRP $6,300

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Aquascaphe MK237mm

Altitude Chronograph42mm

Power Reserve

Aquascaphe MK242h

Altitude Chronograph40h

Water Resistance

Aquascaphe MK2200m

Altitude Chronograph100m

MSRP

Aquascaphe MK2$680

Altitude Chronograph$6,300

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Blue

Silver

Lume

BGW9

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

BE-50AE

Power Reserve

42h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$680

$6,300

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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.

Baltic Aquascaphe MK2

The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 is widely praised for its refined case design, improved lume with applied markers, and added crown guards, presenting a sharper and more purposeful neo-retro dive watch. Owners and reviewers highlight its updated technical and design elements, including a fully graduated sapphire bezel and two case size options (37mm and 39.5mm), all while maintaining a reasonable price point. Some find the design derivative or less cohesive than its predecessor, with one owner noting the long, straight lugs as a significant drawback, while others appreciate the dial texture and case profile. The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 is powered by the Miyota 9039 movement with a 42-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 highly for its value and contemporary updates to a tool-watch heritage.

From video reviewers

The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 features 3D Super-LumiNova indexes for improved legibility. A notable weakness is the lack of lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on the optimal case size, with one reviewer noting a 41mm stainless steel case is comfortable for everyday wear, while the other mentions 37mm and 39.5mm case sizes are available.

Bremont Altitude Chronograph

Owners note faint marks on the case sides and back, with minor wear and creasing on the strap. Reviewers flag the "DANGER EJECTION SEAT" wordmark on the dial as a divisive design choice that disrupts the MB series' usual stark tone, though they praise the improved smoothness and click precision of the Roto Click rotating bezel. On balance, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph elicits mixed reactions, with design elements like the dial text being a point of contention for reviewers.

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