Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Grand Seiko STGF359?

At MSRP the Grand Seiko STGF359 is the cheaper of the two at $2,600, against $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $2,700 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Grand Seiko STGF359?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor wears larger at 42mm versus 28.9mm for the Grand Seiko STGF359 — a 13.1mm difference across the dial.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor run compared to the Grand Seiko STGF359?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor runs a automatic caliber (BE-92AE), while the Grand Seiko STGF359 runs a quartz (4J52).

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsGrand Seiko STGF359

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 STGF359

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MSRP $2,600

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

STGF35928.9mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

STGF35940h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

STGF359100m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

STGF359$2,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

4J52

Type

Automatic

Quartz

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$2,600

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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 STGF359

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant pairing with an engagement ring. Some owners find the 29mm case size too small for a man's wrist, while others suggest it can be worn by men with smaller wrists, recommending an in-person try-on. One owner notes potential date wheel misalignment requiring servicing. The bracelet has a maximum perimeter of 185mm, with extra links available. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant aesthetic, though its small size is a point of consideration.

From video reviewers

The Grand Seiko STGF359 features a 9F quartz movement with exceptional accuracy, deviating by only +/−10 seconds per year. A drawback of the watch is its 40mm case size, which may be a concern for those with smaller wrists. Reviewers disagree on the type of movement, with one praising the 9F quartz and the other highlighting the spring drive movement.

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