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Bremont BroadswordvsFormex Essence FortyOne

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Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
Essence FortyOne
FormexEssence FortyOne
MSRP $1,890

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
Essence FortyOne41mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
Essence FortyOne41h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
Essence FortyOne100m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
Essence FortyOne$1,890

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
12.5mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Bronze
Arctic White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$1,890

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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.

Formex Essence FortyOne

Owners widely praise the Formex Essence for its comfortable bracelet, excellent finishing, and slim wearability, with some considering it the best in its price range. Reviewers highlight its compelling value, sporty-chic aesthetic, and build quality that suggests a more expensive product, noting the patented suspension system and chronometer-certified movement. Some owners dislike the brand name and logo, and the dial design is considered derivative by some. The 43mm case wears well due to its 10mm thickness and 49mm lug-to-lug, though some find it large on smaller wrists. A point of contention for some is the non-screw-down crown, despite its 100m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Essence highly for its exceptional comfort and build quality at its price point.

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