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Bremont BroadswordvsJaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Classic

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

Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
Master Control Classic
Jaeger-LeCoultreMaster Control Classic
MSRP $8,950
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.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Classic

Owners widely praise the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Classic for its beautiful, sophisticated, and versatile design, with reviewers highlighting its faithful 36mm proportions, slim 8.15mm profile, and refined silver sunray dial featuring Dauphine hands and a blued seconds hand. The updated Calibre 899 automatic movement is noted for its reliability and 70-hour power reserve, and the overall finishing is considered excellent for its price point. Some owners find the hands blend into the dial, making legibility difficult without glasses, and one reviewer considers the "Automatique" text superfluous. The retail price of $8,600 is noted as a barrier by some, and one owner warns of micro-scratches on polished surfaces. Overall, owners rate the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Classic highly for its elegant design and refined finishing at its price point.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
Master Control Classic36mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
Master Control Classic70h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
Master Control Classic50m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
Master Control Classic$8,950

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Field
Mechanical
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
12.5mm
8.15mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Bronze
Gray
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
899
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
0
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$8,950
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