Which is cheaper, the Bremont Broadsword or the Phoibos Narwhal?

At MSRP the Phoibos Narwhal is the cheaper of the two at $509, against $3,850 for the Bremont Broadsword — a $3,341 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Broadsword or the Phoibos Narwhal?

The Bremont Broadsword wears larger at 40mm versus 38mm for the Phoibos Narwhal — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Broadsword or the Phoibos Narwhal?

The Phoibos Narwhal is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Bremont Broadsword.

What movement does the Bremont Broadsword run compared to the Phoibos Narwhal?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Broadsword uses the BE-95-2AV and the Phoibos Narwhal uses the Miyota 9015.

Side by side

Bremont BroadswordvsPhoibos Narwhal

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

Bremont Broadsword

broadsword-recon

MSRP $3,850

Phoibos Narwhal

phoibos-narwhal-200m-automatic-diver-watch-py061a-green-malachite

MSRP $509

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Broadsword40mm

Narwhal38mm

Power Reserve

Broadsword40h

Narwhal40h

Water Resistance

Broadsword100m

Narwhal200m

MSRP

Broadsword$3,850

Narwhal$509

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Bronze

Malachite

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

BE-95-2AV

Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,850

$509

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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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Phoibos Narwhal

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Narwhal's 38mm size and slim 11.5mm height for a 200m diver, noting it wears well on smaller wrists and its case shape resembles an integrated bracelet. The aventurine and Howlite dials are described as captivating, and some appreciate the contrast finishing and retro looks. However, some owners criticize misaligned markers and a tilted date window, with one owner finding the hands thick and popsicle-style. The value proposition is debated, with some finding it a good buy at $390 but others considering $480-$490 too much due to a slabby design and difficult-to-size bracelet. On balance, owners find the Phoibos Narwhal appealing for its design and wearability, though quality control and pricing are points of contention for some.

From video reviewers

The unique stone dial is a significant strength. The bracelet's refinement is a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the dial's appeal, with one highlighting its sunburst effect and applied indices, while another focuses on the natural stone variation.

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