Archimede Watches Pilot 42 GMTvsBremont Altitude Chronograph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Archimede Watches Pilot 42 GMT at true scale

Pilot 42 GMT

Bremont Altitude Chronograph at true scale

Altitude Chronograph

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Thickness

n/a

14.7mm

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

MSRP

$2,206

lowest

$6,300

Movement

ETA 2893-2

Bremont BE-50AE

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Thickness
n/a
14.7mm
Lug Width
n/a
14.7mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Silver

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Bremont BE-50AE
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,206
$6,300
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Reviews

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

Archimede Watches Pilot 42 GMT

Archimede Watches Pilot 42 GMT owners praise its sharp looks, clean date window integration, and generous lume. The red GMT hand adds a nice contrast, and the dial is easily readable. The German-made case and common ETA GMT movement are noted as well-made. Some owners find the 42mm size fits well on 7-inch wrists, with the crown appearing proportional. The watch features a thinner case than other pilot models, and the date window at 6 o'clock is a design element some may find compromised. The retail price is noted as €1,160, with owners believing the price matches the quality. Overall, owners rate the Archimede Watches Pilot 42 GMT highly for its understated Flieger design and value.

Bremont Altitude Chronograph

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph is noted for its improved Roto Click bezel, offering better smoothness and click precision. Owners observe faint marks on the case sides and back, along with strap wear. One review flags the "DANGER EJECTION SEAT" wordmark on the dial as a divisive design choice that deviates from the MB series' usual tone. On balance, reviewers find the Bremont Altitude Chronograph to be a well-built watch with a refined bezel action, though some find dial text polarizing.