Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

At MSRP the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is the cheaper of the two at $2,620, against $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $2,680 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor wears larger at 42mm versus 35mm for the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente — a 7mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor is rated to 100m versus 50m for the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The NOMOS Glashütte Tangente carries a 53 hours-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor run compared to the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor runs a automatic caliber (BE-92AE), while the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente runs a manual (DUW 4001).

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente

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

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

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MSRP $2,620

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

Tangente35mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

Tangente53 hoursh

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

Tangente50m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

Tangente$2,620

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Black

White

Indices

Applied

—

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

DUW 4001

Type

Automatic

Manual

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

21,600 vph

Power Reserve

40h

53 hoursh

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$2,620

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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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NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is celebrated as an industry classic with an award-winning, time-tested design that fits diverse environments. Reviewers highlight its slim 6.8mm thickness and 37.5mm case, housing a 52-hour power reserve hand-wound movement. However, its 30m water resistance limits suitability for beach activities, and the dual date complication is considered eccentric. On balance, reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente highly for its enduring design and wearability.

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