Which is cheaper, the Bremont Broadsword or the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds?

At MSRP the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds is the cheaper of the two at $310, against $3,850 for the Bremont Broadsword — a $3,540 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Broadsword or the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds?

The Bremont Broadsword wears larger at 40mm versus 38.4mm for the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds — a 1.6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Broadsword or the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds?

The Bremont Broadsword is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds.

What movement does the Bremont Broadsword run compared to the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Broadsword uses the BE-95-2AV and the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds uses the F6222.

Side by side

Bremont BroadswordvsOrient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds

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

Bremont Broadsword

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MSRP $3,850

Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds

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MSRP $310

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Broadsword40mm

Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds38.4mm

Power Reserve

Broadsword40h

Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds40h

Water Resistance

Broadsword100m

Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds30m

MSRP

Broadsword$3,850

Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds$310

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Mineral

Dial Color

Bronze

Black

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

BE-95-2AV

F6222

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

21,600 vph

Jewels

Complications

None

Date, Small seconds

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,850

$310

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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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Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds as a top budget dress watch, highlighting its vintage aesthetic and upgraded in-house F6222 automatic movement which offers hacking and hand-winding. Reviewers note the case finishing, including brushed sides and a signed crown, contributes to a premium feel for its price point. Some owners find the 40mm case with its 45-46mm lug-to-lug measurement potentially too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds highly for its vintage design and upgraded movement at an accessible price.

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