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Bremont Altitude ChronographvsPhoibos Wave Master

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Altitude Chronograph
BremontAltitude Chronograph
MSRP $6,300
Wave Master
PhoibosWave Master
MSRP $309

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Altitude Chronograph42mm
Wave Master42mm
Power Reserve
Altitude Chronograph40h
Wave Master40h
Water Resistance
Altitude Chronograph100m
Wave Master300m
MSRP
Altitude Chronograph$6,300
Wave Master$309

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Thickness
14.7mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Lug Width
14.7mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
BE-50AE
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$309

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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.

Phoibos Wave Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Wave Master for its attractive wavy dial, bright lume, and comfortable engineer bracelet, with many considering it one of the best-looking watches under $300. The watch features a sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel, and owners report good quality for the price, with a subtle wave pattern on the dial appreciated for its unique style. While some minor finishing flaws like slightly crooked hour markers or an off-center outer ring have been noted, these are generally considered not visible during wear. One owner experienced a clasp breakage after four years, but Phoibos replaced it free of charge. Some owners wish the watch were larger than 40mm, and one notes the GMT hand and other details may not hold up under extreme close-ups. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master highly for its distinctive dial and value, especially considering its build quality and features.

From video reviewers

The unidirectional ceramic bezel action is praised. The lume brightness is noted as a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the water resistance rating, with some stating 300M and others 200M.

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