Which is cheaper, the Bremont Broadsword or the Baltic HMS 003?

At MSRP the Baltic HMS 003 is the cheaper of the two at $416, against $3,850 for the Bremont Broadsword — a $3,434 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Broadsword or the Baltic HMS 003?

The Bremont Broadsword wears larger at 40mm versus 36mm for the Baltic HMS 003 — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Broadsword or the Baltic HMS 003?

The Bremont Broadsword is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Baltic HMS 003.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Broadsword or the Baltic HMS 003?

The Baltic HMS 003 carries a 60-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Broadsword.

What movement does the Bremont Broadsword run compared to the Baltic HMS 003?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Broadsword uses the BE-95-2AV and the Baltic HMS 003 uses the Miyota 8315.

Side by side

Bremont BroadswordvsBaltic HMS 003

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

Bremont Broadsword

broadsword-recon

MSRP $3,850

Baltic HMS 003

hms-003-blue-gilt

MSRP $416

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Broadsword40mm

HMS 00336mm

Power Reserve

Broadsword40h

HMS 00360h

Water Resistance

Broadsword100m

HMS 00350m

MSRP

Broadsword$3,850

HMS 003$416

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Hesalite

Dial Color

Bronze

Blue Gilt

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-95-2AV

Miyota 8315

Power Reserve

40h

60h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,850

$416

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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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Baltic HMS 003

The Baltic HMS 003 is widely praised for its vintage charm, featuring a three-dimensional sector dial with a deep blue and gilt color scheme, heat-treated blue hands, and varied textures. Owners and reviewers highlight its 36.5mm case size, high-dome crystal, and Beads of Rice bracelet as particularly appealing. The Miyota 8315 automatic movement provides a 60-hour power reserve and stop-seconds function. One owner notes the domed hesalite crystal is prone to scratching. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic HMS 003 highly for its unbelievably gorgeous design and vintage aesthetic at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Baltic HMS 003's downsized case to 36.5mm is a significant strength, making it a genuinely vintage-sized watch. A notable trade-off is the relatively thin lume on the watch, which is 'not the brightest' but still functional. Reviewers disagree on the watch's overall build quality, with one reviewer stating it has "better finishing" than the previous model, while another reviewer notes that specific details about the watch's finishing, indexes, or overall build quality are not mentioned.

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