Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

At MSRP the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE is the cheaper of the two at $3,000, against $6,300 for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph — a $3,300 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph wears larger at 42mm versus 34mm for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE — a 8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

The Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude Chronograph run compared to the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude Chronograph uses the BE-50AE and the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE uses the L899.5.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude ChronographvsLongines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Bremont Altitude Chronograph

alt42-chr-g-ss-si-l-s

MSRP $6,300

Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

L2.409.4.78.6

MSRP $3,000

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude Chronograph42mm

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE34mm

Power Reserve

Altitude Chronograph40h

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE72h

Water Resistance

Altitude Chronograph100m

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE30m

MSRP

Altitude Chronograph$6,300

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE$3,000

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Both sides

Indices

Applied

Painted Arabic numerals

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

BE-50AE

L899.5

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds, moon phase display and date indicated by small hand at

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$6,300

$3,000

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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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Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

Owners widely praise the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE for its mesmerizing and legible dial, balancing classic and complex design elements, with many considering it a great value for its complications. Reviewers note the 40mm case feels well-balanced, and the Caliber L899 movement offers a 64-hour power reserve. Some owners suggest the price point may be high relative to alternatives, and the 3 bar water resistance means it is not suitable for swimming, while the complete calendar requires manual adjustment for shorter months. On balance, the consensus is that owners rate the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE highly for its attractive dial and complications at its price point.

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