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Bremont Altitude ChronographvsDan Henry 1939

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Altitude Chronograph
BremontAltitude Chronograph
MSRP $6,300
1939
Dan Henry1939
MSRP $290

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Altitude Chronograph42mm
193941mm
Power Reserve
Altitude Chronograph40h
193940h
Water Resistance
Altitude Chronograph100m
1939
MSRP
Altitude Chronograph$6,300
1939$290

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
14.7mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.2mm
Lug Width
14.7mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Standard

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-50AE
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$290

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What people say

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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.

Dan Henry 1939

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1939 for its striking, art-like design, detailed multi-layered dial with glossy black background and gold raised markers, and the solid clicking feel of its chronograph buttons. The gorgeous domed crystal and smooth chrono sweep back are also noted positives, contributing to a feeling of sturdiness and exceptional value at $220. Some owners express disappointment it uses a quartz movement, and one owner found it surprisingly heavy. After two years of daily wear, the watch has sustained abuse with only minor bezel nicks and barely visible scratches on the glass, while its chronograph pushers retain an audible click. On balance, owners rate the Dan Henry 1939 highly for its detailed design and exceptional value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing and classic aesthetic are consistently praised. The lack of lume is a significant drawback for legibility in low light.

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