Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze?

At MSRP the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $1,650, against $6,300 for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph — a $4,650 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph wears larger at 42mm versus 39mm for the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze?

The Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude Chronograph run compared to the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude Chronograph uses the BE-50AE and the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze uses the SW200-1.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude ChronographvsGlycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze

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

Bremont Altitude Chronograph

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MSRP $6,300

Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze

GL0518

MSRP $1,650

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude Chronograph42mm

Combat Sub Sport Bronze39mm

Power Reserve

Altitude Chronograph40h

Combat Sub Sport Bronze38h

Water Resistance

Altitude Chronograph100m

Combat Sub Sport Bronze300m

MSRP

Altitude Chronograph$6,300

Combat Sub Sport Bronze$1,650

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Silver

Blue

Indices

Applied

—

Lume

None

Luminous

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

BE-50AE

SW200-1

Power Reserve

40h

38h

Jewels

Complications

None

Date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$6,300

$1,650

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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.

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Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze for its exceptional thinness, comfortable proportions, and finishing, with many appreciating its unique, non-homage design and the potential for a developing bronze patina. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent value below $500, noting features like a Swiss movement with hacking, sapphire crystal, 200m water resistance, and excellent bezel action. Some owners find the crown digs into the wrist, and the original strap or bracelet is frequently disliked. Lume quality and power reserve consistency are noted as areas for improvement by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze highly for its impressive finishing and slim profile at its price point.

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