BOLDR Supply Co. Field Medic IIvsSeiko Chronograph SSB479

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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 Supply Co. Field Medic II at true scale

Field Medic II

Seiko Chronograph SSB479 at true scale

Chronograph SSB479

Diameter

38mm

38.7mm

Lug-to-Lug

44mm

lowest

45.1mm

Thickness

12.2mm

lowest

12.6mm

Water Resistance

200m

highest

50m

MSRP

$299

lowest

$450

Movement

Seiko VK64

Seiko 8T63

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
38.7mm
Thickness
12.2mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
45.1mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
n/a
Screw case back

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
n/a
Box
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Seiko 8T63
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$450
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Reviews

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

BOLDR Supply Co. Field Medic II

Owners widely praise the BOLDR Supply Co. Field Medic II for its lightweight titanium construction and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its 38mm case size. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's excellent lume, with one noting the entire dial is illuminated. The pulsometer function, while not always practical, is considered a fun and unique feature, with one owner finding it useful in their veterinary work. Some owners find the small subdials difficult to read, and one noted the included NATO strap felt flimsy. The bead-blasted titanium case is prone to scratching, and some feel the watch is too light on the stock strap. Overall, owners rate the BOLDR Supply Co. Field Medic II highly for its unique design and comfortable, lightweight build at an affordable price.

Seiko Chronograph SSB479

Owners widely praise the Seiko Chronograph SSB479 for its appealing retro aesthetic, excellent dial design, and desirable proportions, with many highlighting its "Goldilocks-sized" 38.7mm case as a favorite feature. Reviewers and owners alike appreciate its high-end look and vintage charm at an accessible price point, with one owner noting the mecha-quartz movement is satisfactory given the cost. Some owners find the watch beautiful and a "strap monster," with attention to detail justifying its price, though one considered it steep compared to a Tissot quartz chronograph. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Chronograph SSB479 highly for its vintage style and well-proportioned case.

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