Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

At MSRP the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is the cheaper of the two at $2,620, against $6,300 for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph — a $3,680 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph wears larger at 42mm versus 35mm for the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente — a 7mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph is rated to 100m versus 50m for the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The NOMOS Glashütte Tangente carries a 53 hours-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude Chronograph run compared to the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph runs a automatic caliber (BE-50AE), while the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente runs a manual (DUW 4001).

Side by side

Bremont Altitude ChronographvsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente

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

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

139

MSRP $2,620

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude Chronograph42mm

Tangente35mm

Power Reserve

Altitude Chronograph40h

Tangente53 hoursh

Water Resistance

Altitude Chronograph100m

Tangente50m

MSRP

Altitude Chronograph$6,300

Tangente$2,620

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Silver

White

Indices

Applied

—

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

BE-50AE

DUW 4001

Type

Automatic

Manual

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

21,600 vph

Power Reserve

40h

53 hoursh

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$6,300

$2,620

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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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NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is celebrated as an industry classic with an award-winning, time-tested design that fits diverse environments. Reviewers highlight its slim 6.8mm thickness and 37.5mm case, housing a 52-hour power reserve hand-wound movement. However, its 30m water resistance limits suitability for beach activities, and the dual date complication is considered eccentric. On balance, reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente highly for its enduring design and wearability.

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