Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

At MSRP the Formex Reef 42 mm is the cheaper of the two at $2,414, against $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $2,886 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 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 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 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 42 mm?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE and the Formex Reef 42 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsFormex Reef 42 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 42 mm

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MSRP $2,414

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

Reef 42 mm42mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

Reef 42 mm56h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

Reef 42 mm300m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

Sellita SW300-1

Power Reserve

40h

56h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$2,414

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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 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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