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Bremont Bremont x Brompton x CheaneyvsFortis Novonaut N-42

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Bremont x Brompton x Cheaney
BremontBremont x Brompton x Cheaney
MSRP $3,750
Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bremont x Brompton x Cheaney40mm
Novonaut N-4242mm
Power Reserve
Bremont x Brompton x Cheaney40h
Novonaut N-4260h
Water Resistance
Bremont x Brompton x Cheaney
Novonaut N-42300m
MSRP
Bremont x Brompton x Cheaney$3,750
Novonaut N-42$5,230

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
limited
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
14.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Brown
Titanium Legacy

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Power Reserve
40h
60h
Jewels
25
36

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,750
$5,230

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What people say

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Bremont x Brompton x Cheaney

Owners widely praise the Bremont x Brompton x Cheaney for its attractive Brunswick Green color, with some finding the lacquer finish richer than online photos suggest and appreciating the craftsmanship. The special edition is noted for its "old soul" vibe and sophisticated aesthetic, fitting into a "British maker theme." Specific details like gold logos, raw titanium fork and rear triangle, brass hinges, and a copper Brooks B17 seat are highlighted as justifying a premium. However, the Bremont x Brompton x Cheaney is also seen as a marketing strategy, with some owners finding the "limited edition" approach unappealing and preferring personalization. The higher cost compared to standard P Line options is a recurring point, with some finding the color ordinary and wishing for different variants. One user notes a "hideous" Bremont rebrand that deters them from the watches.

Fortis Novonaut N-42

Owners widely praise the Fortis B-42 Official Cosmonauts for its stunning fit and finish, excellent legibility, and a precise, grippy bezel, with one owner calling its bracelet the nicest they've ever owned. The Fortis Novonaut N-42 is described as a flawless beast with a WERK 17 column-wheel chronograph movement, featuring enhanced shock resistance and COSC adjustment, and is noted as a handsome tool watch with a beautiful dial and nice pusher action. However, the 42mm case of the B-42 wears larger than expected, and the Novonaut's 44mm case and chunky bracelet make it too large and heavy for many. The Fortis Titanium Legacy is a modern pilot's watch with a titanium case and bracelet, featuring a Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve and three time zones. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Fortis Titanium Legacy for its robust tool watch design and advanced movement technology, despite some concerns about case size and bracelet adjustability.

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