Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Formex Reef 39.5 mm?

At MSRP the Formex Reef 39.5 mm is the cheaper of the two at $2,230, against $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $3,070 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Formex Reef 39.5 mm?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor wears larger at 42mm versus 39.5mm for the Formex Reef 39.5 mm — a 2.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Formex Reef 39.5 mm?

The Formex Reef 39.5 mm is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Formex Reef 39.5 mm?

The Formex Reef 39.5 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor run compared to the Formex Reef 39.5 mm?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE and the Formex Reef 39.5 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsFormex Reef 39.5 mm

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

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

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MSRP $5,300

Formex Reef 39.5 mm

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MSRP $2,230

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

Reef 39.5 mm39.5mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

Reef 39.5 mm56h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

Reef 39.5 mm300m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

Reef 39.5 mm$2,230

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Dial Color

Black

Bahama Blue

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

Sellita SW300-1

Power Reserve

40h

56h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$2,230

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Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor features a 42mm Grade 2 titanium case with black DLC finishing and a refined Trip-Tick construction. Reviewers note its slimmer profile and reduced lug-to-lug distance make it more wearable than previous MB models. The watch has a bi-directional Roto-Click inner bezel, a black dial with Felix the Cat imagery and bright yellow accents, and is powered by the automatic calibre BB14-AH with a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highlight the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor's improved wearability and distinctive design elements.

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Formex Reef 39.5 mm

The Formex Reef 39.5 mm is widely praised for its refined finishing, comfortable and well-proportioned case design, and impressive specifications for its price point, including COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement and 300m water resistance. Owners and reviewers highlight the tool-less micro-adjust clasp and quick-release spring bars as practical features. Some reviewers note that the 22mm lug width feels slightly disproportionate to the smaller case, and the bracelet could benefit from more taper, though this is a point of contention for some owners who value the overall package. A prototype crown protrusion issue is noted as being addressed for production. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 39.5 mm highly for its excellent value and well-executed design.

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