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Bremont BroadswordvsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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

Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
12.5mm
18mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Bronze
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$1,800

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness at its price point.

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