Breitling Avi 1953 EditionvsBremont 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.

Breitling Avi 1953 Edition at true scale

Avi 1953 Edition

Bremont Altitude Chronograph at true scale

Altitude Chronograph

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Thickness

14.1mm

lowest

14.7mm

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

70h

n/a

MSRP

$27,150

$6,300

lowest

Movement

Breitling B09

Bremont BE-50AE

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14.05mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
14.7mm
Material
18k red gold
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Finish
18k red gold
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Acrylic
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Silver

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling B09
Bremont BE-50AE
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
70h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$27,150
$6,300
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Reviews

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Breitling Avi 1953 Edition

The Breitling Avi 1953 Edition is praised as a faithful re-interpretation of the original, featuring a hand-wound B09 movement and a plexi crystal. Owners note its character and find it a compelling alternative to other chronographs. Some reviewers point to the fauxtina lume plots as a departure from historical accuracy, while others highlight its prominent pusher design. The Breitling Avi 1953 Edition retails for €7,800. On balance, reviewers and owners appreciate the Breitling Avi 1953 Edition for its faithful vintage-inspired design and unique character.

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.

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