Boldr Odyssey OriginalvsFortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Boldr Odyssey Original at true scale

Odyssey Original

Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC at true scale

Marinemaster M-44 DLC

Diameter

45.5mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

52mm

n/a

Thickness

14.5mm

14mm

lowest

Water Resistance

500m

highest

300m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

38h

MSRP

$799

lowest

$5,450

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW220-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
45.5mm
44mm
Thickness
14.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Water Resistance
500m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Cali Black
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW220-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$799
$5,450
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Boldr Odyssey Original

The Boldr Odyssey Original is praised by owners for the personalized experience offered at the Boldr studio. One owner notes the blue dial and bronze case develop an amazing patina, and the watch comes in its original dive case for $350. The original strap is reported to be in good shape. On balance, owners appreciate the unique patina development and value proposition of the Boldr Odyssey Original.

Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

Owners widely praise the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC for its cohesive design, unique luminous dial effect, and impressive build and finishing. Reviewers highlight its stealthy, scratch-resistant DLC coating and comfortable wearability despite the 44mm case. One owner considers it a fantastic watch, feeling its value is underestimated. Some reviewers note a subtle color difference on the crown and screw between variants, and one points out the bezel action is less crisp than on a smaller sibling model, with the 21mm strap width limiting options. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC highly for its robust construction and distinctive aesthetic.

From video reviewers

The DLC coating is noted for its hardness and scratch resistance. The watch features 500m water resistance and a COSC-certified Kenissi Werk 11 movement with a 70-hour power reserve. Reviewers did not identify any shared weaknesses.

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