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Bremont BroadswordvsFortis Vagabond V-40

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Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
Vagabond V-40
FortisVagabond V-40
MSRP $7,480

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
Vagabond V-4040mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
Vagabond V-4070h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
Vagabond V-40200m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
Vagabond V-40$7,480

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
Sport
Thickness
12.5mm
11.7mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Bronze
Gray

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
Manufacture WERK 13
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
28

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$7,480

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What people say

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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.

Fortis Vagabond V-40

The Fortis Vagabond V-40 is praised for its charismatic, retro 70s feel, featuring a titanium case, a unique dial with an 18K white gold GMT ring, and a Kenissi-developed Werk 13 chronometer movement. Owners note its good build quality and comfort, with one describing it as oozing cool. However, its $6,150 USD price is considered a "tough sell" and a "colossal misstep" by some, with concerns raised about its 14mm thickness, 51mm lug-to-lug, and poor resale value, though one reviewer noted the bracelet's lack of taper as a minor drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Fortis Vagabond V-40's unique charm and solid build but question its value proposition at its price point.

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