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Bremont BroadswordvsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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

Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Broadsword40mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Broadsword40h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Broadsword100m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Broadsword$3,850
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Thickness
12.5mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Bronze
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$329

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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.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

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