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

At MSRP the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $1,650, against $3,850 for the Bremont Broadsword — a $2,200 gap before any retailer discounting.

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

The Bremont Broadsword wears larger at 40mm versus 39mm for the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze — a 1mm difference across the dial.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Side by side

Bremont BroadswordvsGlycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze

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 Sport Bronze

GL0518

MSRP $1,650

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Broadsword40mm

Combat Sub Sport Bronze39mm

Power Reserve

Broadsword40h

Combat Sub Sport Bronze38h

Water Resistance

Broadsword100m

Combat Sub Sport Bronze300m

MSRP

Broadsword$3,850

Combat Sub Sport Bronze$1,650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Bronze

Blue

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

$1,650

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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 Sport Bronze

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze for its exceptional thinness, comfortable proportions, and finishing, with many appreciating its unique, non-homage design and the potential for a developing bronze patina. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent value below $500, noting features like a Swiss movement with hacking, sapphire crystal, 200m water resistance, and excellent bezel action. Some owners find the crown digs into the wrist, and the original strap or bracelet is frequently disliked. Lume quality and power reserve consistency are noted as areas for improvement by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze highly for its impressive finishing and slim profile at its price point.

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