Which is cheaper, the Bremont Broadsword or the Tudor Black Bay 58 18K?

At MSRP the Bremont Broadsword is the cheaper of the two at $3,850, against $22,550 for the Tudor Black Bay 58 18K — a $18,700 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Broadsword or the Tudor Black Bay 58 18K?

The Bremont Broadsword wears larger at 40mm versus 39mm for the Tudor Black Bay 58 18K — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Broadsword or the Tudor Black Bay 58 18K?

The Tudor Black Bay 58 18K is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Bremont Broadsword.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Broadsword or the Tudor Black Bay 58 18K?

The Tudor Black Bay 58 18K carries a 70-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Broadsword.

What movement does the Bremont Broadsword run compared to the Tudor Black Bay 58 18K?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Broadsword uses the BE-95-2AV and the Tudor Black Bay 58 18K uses the MT5400.

Side by side

Bremont BroadswordvsTudor Black Bay 58 18K

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

Tudor Black Bay 58 18K

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MSRP $22,550

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Broadsword40mm

Black Bay 58 18K39mm

Power Reserve

Broadsword40h

Black Bay 58 18K70h

Water Resistance

Broadsword100m

Black Bay 58 18K200m

MSRP

Broadsword$3,850

Black Bay 58 18K$22,550

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Bronze

Green

Indices

Applied

—

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

BE-95-2AV

MT5400

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

0 vph

Power Reserve

40h

70h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,850

$22,550

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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.

WatchUSeek·3

Tudor Black Bay 58 18K

Owners appreciate the substantial feel of the 18K gold Tudor Black Bay 58 on the wrist, with reviewers noting the brushed gold finishing and 39mm case size. The watch is powered by the COSC-certified Manufacture Caliber MT5400 with a 70-hour power reserve, visible through an open caseback. Sources offer differing price points, ranging from $16,800 to $32,100 depending on the strap or bracelet. Some reviewers criticize the brushed finish for diminishing the visual luxury of gold and find the green dial and bezel color combination divisive or lacking charisma. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Tudor Black Bay 58 18K to be an ambitious, albeit divisive, precious metal sports watch, with praise for its substantial feel and brushed gold finishing.

Hodinkee·3

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