Which is cheaper, the Bremont Broadsword or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

At MSRP the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE is the cheaper of the two at $3,450, against $3,850 for the Bremont Broadsword — a $400 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Broadsword or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

The Bremont Broadsword is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Broadsword or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

The Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Broadsword.

What movement does the Bremont Broadsword run compared to the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Broadsword uses the BE-95-2AV and the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE uses the L899.5.

Side by side

Bremont BroadswordvsLongines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

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

Bremont Broadsword

broadsword-recon

MSRP $3,850

Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

L2.909.4.97.6

MSRP $3,450

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Broadsword40mm

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE40mm

Power Reserve

Broadsword40h

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE72h

Water Resistance

Broadsword100m

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE30m

MSRP

Broadsword$3,850

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE$3,450

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Bronze

Blue

Indices

Applied

Diamond indexes

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

BE-95-2AV

L899.5

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds, moon phase display and date indicated by small hand at

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,850

$3,450

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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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Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

Owners widely praise the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE for its legible dial, romantic moonphase complication, and overall value for money. Reviewers note its classic design, barleycorn guilloché dial, and Roman numerals. Some owners find the strap superb, while others mention the cut-off Roman numeral six as a potential drawback. The watch has a 3 bar water resistance, limiting its use to drier environments, and the complete calendar requires manual adjustment for shorter months. On balance, the consensus is that the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE is highly regarded for its attractive dial and complication at its price point.

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