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Bremont BroadswordvsNorqain Independence Skeleton 42mm

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

Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
Independence Skeleton 42mm
NorqainIndependence Skeleton 42mm
MSRP $6,091

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
Independence Skeleton 42mm42mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
Independence Skeleton 42mm38h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
Independence Skeleton 42mm100m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
Independence Skeleton 42mm$6,091

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Skeleton
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.75mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Bronze
Skeleton
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
NORQAIN NN08S
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Complications
None
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$6,091

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What people say

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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.

Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm

The Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm is praised for its wearable 42mm case with downward-curving lugs, offering a comfortable fit. Reviewers highlight the COSC-certified Norqain 8K caliber movement for its smooth column-wheel chronograph actuation and a 62-hour power reserve. The skeletonized dial, designed to evoke a mountain landscape, is noted as a unique design element that may not appeal to all and could detract from its utility as a pure tool watch. Overall, reviewers find the Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm offers a compelling value proposition due to its movement and comfortable wearability.

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