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Bremont Altitude ChronographvsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Altitude Chronograph
BremontAltitude Chronograph
MSRP $6,300
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Altitude Chronograph42mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Altitude Chronograph40h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Altitude Chronograph100m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Altitude Chronograph$6,300
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Thickness
14.7mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
14.7mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-50AE
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$2,414

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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.

Formex Reef 42 mm

The Formex Reef 42 mm is widely praised for its comfortable bracelet featuring a micro-adjust clasp, COSC-certified Sellita movement, and excellent build quality. Owners appreciate the gradient dial's visual appeal and the overall wearability. Some owners note the seconds hand does not perfectly align with markers, and one owner found the lugs' taper hinders third-party strap fit. The bracelet's length and sporty design are noted as limiting versatility by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 42 mm highly for its impressive wearability and value at the price point.

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