Bremont Altitude ChronographvsRGM Watches Model 455 Classic Chronographs

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bremont Altitude Chronograph at true scale

Altitude Chronograph

RGM Watches Model 455 Classic Chronographs at true scale

Model 455 Classic Chronographs

Diameter

42mm

38.2mm

Thickness

14.7mm

13.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

$6,300

lowest

$7,950

Movement

Bremont BE-50AE

Valjoux 7750

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
38.2mm
Thickness
14.7mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
14.7mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-50AE
Valjoux 7750

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$7,950
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bremont Altitude Chronograph

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph is noted for its improved Roto Click bezel, offering better smoothness and click precision. Owners observe faint marks on the case sides and back, along with strap wear. One review flags the "DANGER EJECTION SEAT" wordmark on the dial as a divisive design choice that deviates from the MB series' usual tone. On balance, reviewers find the Bremont Altitude Chronograph to be a well-built watch with a refined bezel action, though some find dial text polarizing.

RGM Watches Model 455 Classic Chronographs

Owners widely praise RGM watches for their American craftsmanship and special, unusual designs, with one owner finding the tele and tachy scales brilliantly done and perfectly colored. The 38.2mm case size contributes to a diminutive appearance for some, while others find the brand's designs mesmerizing and aspirational. Owners report that RGM watches wear well and garner compliments, with watch experts recognizing the brand's quality. On balance, owners and reviewers rate RGM Watches Model 455 Classic Chronographs highly for its unique American craftsmanship and vintage-inspired dial details.

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