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Bremont BroadswordvsPraesidus DD-45

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Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
DD-45100m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Bronze
OG

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
Ameriquartz USA
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$299

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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.

Praesidus DD-45

The Praesidus DD-45 is lauded for its detailed vintage-inspired design and solid finishing, with reviewers highlighting the impressive aged indices and hands on the "Patina" version and a well-finished 38mm steel case. Its 100-meter water resistance exceeds that of the original military watches, and the included leather strap is praised for its quality and vintage character, despite initial stiffness. One reviewer notes the Landeron movement exhibits jerky hand-winding. Overall, reviewers rate the Praesidus DD-45 highly for its faithful vintage aesthetic and robust build at its $900 price point.

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