Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze?

At MSRP the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $1,025, against $6,300 for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph — a $5,275 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph wears larger at 42mm versus 38mm for the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze?

The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude Chronograph run compared to the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph runs a automatic caliber (BE-50AE), while the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze runs a manual (H-50).

Side by side

Bremont Altitude ChronographvsHamilton Khaki Field Mechanical 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

Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze

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MSRP $1,025

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude Chronograph42mm

Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze38mm

Power Reserve

Altitude Chronograph40h

Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze80h

Water Resistance

Altitude Chronograph100m

Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze50m

MSRP

Altitude Chronograph$6,300

Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze$1,025

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Silver

White

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

BE-50AE

H-50

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

40h

80h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$6,300

$1,025

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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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Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze for its attractive bronze case that develops a unique patina, its comfortable 38mm size, and the satisfying winding action of its hand-wound H-50 movement, which provides an 80-hour power reserve. The vintage military design, legible matte black dial with beige lume, and overall value are frequently highlighted as key strengths. Some owners note the lugs appear large, and while earlier models had 50m water resistance, newer versions offer 100m. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze highly for its vintage aesthetic and character-building patina at an accessible price.

From video reviewers

The watch's bronze case develops a unique patina over time, adding to its character. A potential weakness is the watch's bronze reacting with certain skin types or environments, causing discoloration or staining. Reviewers disagree on the lume brightness, with one reviewer finding it lacking and the other not mentioning it.

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