Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Grand Seiko SBGJ237?

At MSRP the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor is the cheaper of the two at $5,300, against $7,600 for the Grand Seiko SBGJ237 — a $2,300 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Grand Seiko SBGJ237?

The Grand Seiko SBGJ237 wears larger at 44.2mm versus 42mm for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a 2.2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Grand Seiko SBGJ237?

The Grand Seiko SBGJ237 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Grand Seiko SBGJ237?

The Grand Seiko SBGJ237 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 SBGJ237?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE and the Grand Seiko SBGJ237 uses the 9S86.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsGrand Seiko SBGJ237

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 SBGJ237

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MSRP $7,600

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

SBGJ23744.2mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

SBGJ23755h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

SBGJ237200m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

SBGJ237$7,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

9S86

Power Reserve

40h

55h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$7,600

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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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Grand Seiko SBGJ237

Grand Seiko SBGJ237 owners and reviewers praise its impeccable finishing, Hi-Beat 36,000vph movement, and functional GMT complication. The watch is noted for its good value at €7,000, featuring a stainless steel bracelet with alternating brushed and polished surfaces, and a sapphire bezel with a day/night indicator. Reviewers highlight the lovely lume and the bezel's vintage-inspired, asymmetric color split, which uses LumiBrite for low-light legibility. The 9S86 Hi-Beat movement offers impressive accuracy of -5 to +3 seconds per day and a 55-hour power reserve. The SBGJ237 boasts 200-meter water resistance. However, the 44.2mm case size, measuring 14.4mm thick, may require slightly larger wrists, and its elevated crystal and less prominent bezel contribute to a thickness that might feel less substantial in person. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGJ237 for its combination of finishing, movement technology, and GMT functionality at its price point.

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