Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the anOrdain Model 1?

At MSRP the anOrdain Model 1 is the cheaper of the two at $3,804, against $4,250 for the Bremont Altitude 39 Date — a $446 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the anOrdain Model 1?

The anOrdain Model 1 wears larger at 41mm versus 39mm for the Bremont Altitude 39 Date — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the anOrdain Model 1?

The Bremont Altitude 39 Date is rated to 100m versus 50m for the anOrdain Model 1.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the anOrdain Model 1?

The anOrdain Model 1 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude 39 Date.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude 39 Date run compared to the anOrdain Model 1?

The Bremont Altitude 39 Date runs a automatic caliber (BE-92AE), while the anOrdain Model 1 runs a manual (Sellita SW210-1).

Side by side

Bremont Altitude 39 DatevsanOrdain Model 1

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

Bremont Altitude 39 Date

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MSRP $4,250

anOrdain Model 1

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MSRP $3,804

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude 39 Date39mm

Model 141mm

Power Reserve

Altitude 39 Date40h

Model 142h

Water Resistance

Altitude 39 Date100m

Model 150m

MSRP

Altitude 39 Date$4,250

Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Silver

Model 1 Blue Fumé

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

Sellita SW210-1

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

40h

42h

Jewels

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Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,250

$3,804

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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 39 Date

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Bremont Altitude 39 Date as a sleek, legible, and everyday-suited pilot's watch, noting its comfortable 39mm 904L steel case and clean dial design. The La Joux-Perret G100 movement is recognized for its 68-hour power reserve and smooth winding feel. Some owners note the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments. On balance, the consensus is that the Bremont Altitude 39 Date is highly regarded for its refined finishing and wearability at 39mm.

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 for its exquisite vitreous enamel dial, noting its depth, unique light play, and custom typography. The watch is also commended for its comfortable wearability, elegant design, and appealing price point for its handmade processes, with an 800 vickers hardened case resisting scratches well. Some owners report the Sellita SW200-1 movement's rotor is noticeable and the watch lacks lume. Significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a frequently cited drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and handcrafted aesthetic at the price.

From video reviewers

Thoughtful finishing and beautiful color options are notable strengths of the anOrdain Model 1. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not suit everyone's wrist size, and the relatively low 5ATM water-resistance may limit its suitability for swimming or diving. Reviewers disagree on the movement used in the watch, with some mentioning the Sellita SW210 or La Joux Perret G101, while others mention the Sellita SW200.

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