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Bremont BroadswordvsVaer R1 Racing Chronograph

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

Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
R1 Racing Chronograph
VaerR1 Racing Chronograph
MSRP $499

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
R1 Racing Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
R1 Racing Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
R1 Racing Chronograph100m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
R1 Racing Chronograph$499

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Bronze
Cream

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$499

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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.

Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph

The Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph is widely praised for its beautiful cream dial, which some describe as champagne-like, and its luxurious case finishing for the price. Owners appreciate its well-proportioned design, pleasing dial with well-chosen font weights, and retro feel, with one noting it remains a favorite in their rotation and has easy band swapping. The watch features a 38mm cushion case, a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, 100m water resistance, and American assembly. One owner noted the 42mm size wears small for a larger wrist, and the "ghost" crown position is mentioned. It includes two signed-buckle straps and a domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic and value.

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