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Bremont BroadswordvsCitizen Zenshin Mechanical

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Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
Zenshin Mechanical
CitizenZenshin Mechanical
MSRP $488

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
Zenshin Mechanical40.5mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
Zenshin Mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
Zenshin Mechanical100m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
Zenshin Mechanical$488

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Super Titanium

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Bronze
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
8213

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$488

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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.

Citizen Zenshin Mechanical

The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is widely praised for its exceptional value, lightweight and scratch-resistant Super Titanium case, and superb, textured dials. Owners and reviewers highlight the refined finishing and comfortable wearability due to the titanium construction and integrated bracelet design. The 60-hour power reserve automatic movement is noted as a strong point, with some finding the accuracy to be precise while others desire tighter tolerances. The integrated bracelet limits strap changes, and opinions on the bracelet and clasp quality are mixed, with some finding them cheap-feeling and others appreciating the design. The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is priced around EUR 499, though one owner reported a purchase price of €360. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical highly for its impressive cost-benefit ratio and attractive, comfortable design.

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