BOLDR Supply Co. Odyssey Black AbyssvsSwiss Watch Company SWC Mkii Diver
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Measurements
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Odyssey Black Abyss
SWC Mkii Diver
Diameter
45.5mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
48mm
lowest
Thickness
16.8mm
13.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
500m
highest
300m
MSRP
$799
$495
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely report the BOLDR Supply Co. Odyssey Black Abyss feels robust and well-built, with reviewers highlighting its excellent readability due to the Superkuro Musou Black paint and stark indices. However, the 45.5mm case size is considered huge and likely too large for most wrists. Some owners find the Sellita SW200-1 movement satisfactory for a tough adventure watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the BOLDR Supply Co. Odyssey Black Abyss highly for its robust build and excellent readability, despite its substantial case size.
Owners widely praise the Swiss Watch Company SWC MKII Diver for its excellent lume, legibility enhanced by AR coating, and robust construction. The watch is frequently described as a "beast" with a well-made bracelet, though some owners note its comically large 44mm size. Availability has been an issue for some prospective buyers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Swiss Watch Company SWC MKII Diver highly for its extreme legibility and robust build quality at its price point.
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