Bremont BroadswordvsColorado Watch Company GCT

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bremont Broadsword at true scale

Broadsword

Colorado Watch Company GCT at true scale

GCT

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Thickness

12.5mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

100m

150m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$3,850

n/a

Movement

Bremont BE-95-2AV

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Bronze
Matte

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-95-2AV
n/a
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
n/a
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Reviews

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

Bremont Broadsword

Owners widely praise the Bremont Broadsword for its versatility as a GADA watch, its exceptional timekeeping with a COSC-certified movement averaging +0.5 seconds per day, and its hardened case. Some owners also highlight the sandwich dial and impressive build quality and finishing. One owner noted minor marks from strap changes and did not personally bond with the watch. Overall, owners rate the Bremont Broadsword highly for its robust build, accuracy, and adaptability to different straps and occasions.

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.

Colorado Watch Company GCT

Owners praise the Colorado Watch Company GCT for its "Made in USA" marketing and value at $1700 retail, with one owner finding it comfortable on a 7-inch wrist and worth the wait. However, some find the painted indices uninspired, and one owner reported their example required regulation after losing time, though it now runs well. Another owner found the Colorado Watch Company GCT too thick, with crown placement making it wear tall. Overall, owners rate the Colorado Watch Company GCT positively for its domestic manufacturing emphasis and perceived value, despite some reservations about dial finishing and wearability.

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