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Boldr Odyssey OriginalvsHELM Komodo

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

Odyssey Original
BoldrOdyssey Original
MSRP $799
Komodo
HELMKomodo
MSRP $295

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Odyssey Original45.5mm
Komodo40mm
Power Reserve
Odyssey Original42h
Komodo40h
Water Resistance
Odyssey Original500m
Komodo300m
MSRP
Odyssey Original$799
Komodo$295

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
45.5mm
40mm
Thickness
14.5mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
500m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-Domed
Dial Color
Cali Black
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Seiko Instruments NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$799
$295

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Boldr Odyssey Original

Owners widely praise the Boldr Odyssey Original's value, with one noting the blue dial and bronze case develop an amazing patina and another highlighting the personalized purchase experience. The watch is available for $350 and comes in its original dive case. One owner observed that the 12 o'clock markers on a bronze variant were not straight. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Odyssey Original highly for its developing patina and strong value proposition.

HELM Komodo

The HELM Komodo is widely praised for its excellent build quality, top-notch case finishing, clear double-domed sapphire crystal, wonderfully executed dial, and substantial lume, with reviewers noting its ISO 6425 compliance and 300m water resistance. Owners report a snappy 120-click bezel and appreciate the depth, detail, and finishing for a tool diver at its price point. Some owners find the 15.2mm to 15.5mm height makes the HELM Komodo feel thick and hefty, and the bezel ridges are noted as somewhat uncomfortable to turn, while the clasp design is also flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the HELM Komodo highly for its exceptional finishing and lume at its sub-$300 price point.

From video reviewers

The HELM Komodo's double domed sapphire crystal offers excellent optical clarity and minimal distortion. A notable weakness is its limited availability, making it harder to get than some other luxury watches. Reviewers disagree on the watch's lug-to-lug fit, with one reviewer noting it may not suit those with smaller wrists, while another reviewer does not mention this as a concern.

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