Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

At MSRP the Pagani Design PD-1717 is the cheaper of the two at $158, against $6,300 for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph — a $6,142 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph wears larger at 42mm versus 38mm for the Pagani Design PD-1717 — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

The Pagani Design PD-1717 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

The Pagani Design PD-1717 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude Chronograph run compared to the Pagani Design PD-1717?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude Chronograph uses the BE-50AE and the Pagani Design PD-1717 uses the Miyota 8215.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude ChronographvsPagani Design PD-1717

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

Pagani Design PD-1717

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MSRP $158

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude Chronograph42mm

PD-171738mm

Power Reserve

Altitude Chronograph40h

PD-171742h

Water Resistance

Altitude Chronograph100m

PD-1717200m

MSRP

Altitude Chronograph$6,300

PD-1717$158

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Silver

Black

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-50AE

Miyota 8215

Power Reserve

40h

42h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$6,300

$158

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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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Pagani Design PD-1717

Pagani Design PD-1717 owners widely praise its value for money and competent finishing, highlighting its admirable lug drop and unique dial step. However, reviewers and owners consistently note its weak lume and a 13mm thickness. Some owners report ill-fitting end links and disappointing AR coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1717 highly for its impressive value and competent finishing at its price point.

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