Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Phoibos Argo Bronze?

At MSRP the Phoibos Argo Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $499, against $6,300 for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph — a $5,801 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Phoibos Argo Bronze?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph wears larger at 42mm versus 40.5mm for the Phoibos Argo Bronze — a 1.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Phoibos Argo Bronze?

The Phoibos Argo Bronze is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude Chronograph run compared to the Phoibos Argo Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude Chronograph uses the BE-50AE and the Phoibos Argo Bronze uses the Miyota 9015.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude ChronographvsPhoibos Argo 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

Phoibos Argo Bronze

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MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude Chronograph42mm

Argo Bronze40.5mm

Power Reserve

Altitude Chronograph40h

Argo Bronze40h

Water Resistance

Altitude Chronograph100m

Argo Bronze200m

MSRP

Altitude Chronograph$6,300

Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Silver

Green

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

BE-50AE

Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$6,300

$499

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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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Phoibos Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

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