Which is cheaper, the Bremont Broadsword or the Glycine Combat Sub?

At MSRP the Glycine Combat Sub is the cheaper of the two at $1,850, against $3,850 for the Bremont Broadsword — a $2,000 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Broadsword or the Glycine Combat Sub?

The Bremont Broadsword wears larger at 40mm versus 36mm for the Glycine Combat Sub — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Broadsword or the Glycine Combat Sub?

The Glycine Combat Sub is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Bremont Broadsword.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Broadsword or the Glycine Combat Sub?

The Bremont Broadsword carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Glycine Combat Sub.

What movement does the Bremont Broadsword run compared to the Glycine Combat Sub?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Broadsword uses the BE-95-2AV and the Glycine Combat Sub uses the SW200-1.

Side by side

Bremont BroadswordvsGlycine Combat Sub

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Bremont Broadsword

broadsword-recon

MSRP $3,850

Glycine Combat Sub

GL0397

MSRP $1,850

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Broadsword40mm

Combat Sub36mm

Power Reserve

Broadsword40h

Combat Sub38h

Water Resistance

Broadsword100m

Combat Sub300m

MSRP

Broadsword$3,850

Combat Sub$1,850

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Bronze

Black

Indices

Applied

—

Lume

None

Luminous

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

BE-95-2AV

SW200-1

Power Reserve

40h

38h

Jewels

Complications

None

Date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,850

$1,850

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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 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.

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Glycine Combat Sub

The Glycine Combat Sub is widely praised for its excellent value, thin case height (ranging from 10.4mm to 10.8mm), and comfortable wearability due to downward-curving lugs, with owners noting its quality and finishing punch well above its price point. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its smooth bezel action, crisp font, and a unique aesthetic that avoids being a direct homage. However, criticisms include sub-par lume that is difficult to read in low light and an inconsistent power reserve, with some owners suggesting it may require servicing. Opinions are split on the 42mm size, with some finding it perfect and others preferring a smaller variant. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its exceptional thinness and quality finishing at its price point.

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