Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

At MSRP the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 is the cheaper of the two at $980, against $4,250 for the Bremont Altitude 39 Date — a $3,270 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

The Bremont Altitude 39 Date wears larger at 39mm versus 38mm for the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Bremont Altitude 39 Date.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 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 KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude 39 Date uses the BE-92AE and the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 uses the Miyota 9039.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude 39 DatevsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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MSRP $980

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude 39 Date39mm

SOMBRERO 90-01138mm

Power Reserve

Altitude 39 Date40h

SOMBRERO 90-01142h

Water Resistance

Altitude 39 Date100m

SOMBRERO 90-011200m

MSRP

Altitude 39 Date$4,250

SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Silver

Black

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

Miyota 9039

Power Reserve

40h

42h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,250

$980

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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 widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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