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Bremont BroadswordvsHalios Universa II

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Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
Universa II100m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (double-domed)
Dial Color
Bronze
Gold

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$995

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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.

Halios Universa II

Owners widely praise the Halios Universa II for its applied indices, excellent finishing for the price, and comfortable 38mm dimensions. The integrated bracelet design with a satisfying micro-adjust clasp and case architecture are described as masterclasses. However, some find the bracelet clasp chunkier than the overall design, and the angular lug design is noted as not being for everyone. One owner reported unexpected pastel dial colors and a poor winding action. On balance, owners rate the Halios Universa II highly for its applied indices and excellent finishing at the price point.

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