Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

At MSRP the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor is the cheaper of the two at $5,300, against $6,200 for the Grand Seiko SBGH263 — a $900 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor wears larger at 42mm versus 39.5mm for the Grand Seiko SBGH263 — a 2.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Grand Seiko SBGH263.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 carries a 55-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor run compared to the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE and the Grand Seiko SBGH263 uses the 9S85.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsGrand Seiko SBGH263

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

Grand Seiko SBGH263

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MSRP $6,200

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

SBGH26339.5mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

SBGH26355h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

SBGH26330m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

SBGH263$6,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

9S85

Power Reserve

40h

55h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$6,200

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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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Grand Seiko SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

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