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Bremont BroadswordvsChristopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian

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Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
C65 Dune Aeolian
Christopher WardC65 Dune Aeolian
MSRP $1,415

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
C65 Dune Aeolian40mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
C65 Dune Aeolian38h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
C65 Dune Aeolian150m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
C65 Dune Aeolian$1,415

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Thickness
12.5mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Bronze
Brown
Indices
Applied
Roman numerals
Lume
None
SLN Light Old Radium BL Grade X1

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$1,415

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Bremont Broadsword

Owners widely praise the Bremont Broadsword for its versatile GADA (go anywhere, do anything) capability, noting it pairs well with various straps and can be dressed up or down. One owner highlights the impressive build quality and finishing, while another specifically commends the sandwich dial. A few marks from strap changes were noted by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Bremont Broadsword highly for its versatility and build quality.

From video reviewers

The bead-blasted 40mm steel case finishing is a consistent strength. No shared weaknesses were identified. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

Christopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian

The Christopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian is widely praised for its unique, textured dial and comfortable 38mm case size, with reviewers noting its excellent finishing for the price and the Bader bracelet as a standout feature. Owners appreciate the clean, date-free dial and the wavy pattern, with one comparing it favorably to Grand Seiko. The bronze variant develops a warm patina over time. Accuracy is reported as COSC-certified and around +4 seconds per day by one owner, while another notes a rating of up to 20 seconds per day. The time-only models feature a Sellita SW200-1 movement with a 38-hour power reserve, though the GMT variant uses a Sellita SW330 with a 56-hour power reserve. Some owners expressed concerns about the sandy texture becoming tiresome or the grey dial blending with the case, and one reviewer found the dial details and applied logo "a bit much." Customer service experiences were mixed, with one owner reporting a frustrating battle and long repair turnaround.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique textured dial is a notable strength, giving it an organic design that sets it apart from other field watches. A weakness is the somewhat lacking lume performance, which may be a drawback for those who prioritize nighttime legibility. Reviewers disagree on the movement's power reserve, with some considering 38 hours sufficient and others finding it too short.

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