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Bremont BroadswordvsFormex Reef GMT

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Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
Reef GMT
FormexReef GMT
MSRP $2,235

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
Reef GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
Reef GMT56h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
Reef GMT300m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
Reef GMT$2,235

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Bronze
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
Sellita SW330-2
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$2,235

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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.

Formex Reef GMT

The Formex Reef GMT is widely praised for its unique porthole case shape, COSC-certified Sellita SW330-2 movement with good finishing, and comfortable quick-release bracelet with on-the-fly micro-adjustment. Reviewers note its robust construction, impressive specifications, and strong value proposition, with a slim 11.4mm profile accommodating 300m water resistance and an exhibition caseback. However, owners widely report the 53mm lug-to-lug span with male endlinks makes it too large for smaller wrists. Some find the bezel action stiff and potentially slippery, and a reviewer desired sharper finishing and edges, deeming the aesthetic too modernist. The GMT variant sacrifices a timing bezel unless swapped, and one owner notes sharp edges on the crown and crown guard. Overall, owners and reviewers highly rate the Formex Reef GMT for its exceptional value and well-executed features, particularly its bracelet system and COSC-certified movement.

From video reviewers

The watch features a COSC-certified SW330-2 GMT movement, which is visible through a sapphire crystal display case back and beautifully decorated. The watch's water-resistance of up to 300m/1000ft is a notable feature. The 42mm diameter may be too large for smaller wrists.

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