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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz WatchvsBoldr Odyssey Regatta

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G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
Odyssey Regatta
BoldrOdyssey Regatta
MSRP $1,499
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch

Owners widely appreciate the CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch for its classic G10 design, 40mm case size, and 20atm water resistance, noting its light, rugged, and reliable "grab-n-go" nature. Some find the dial proportions have too much negative space, while others praise its unique anodized red crown and quality NATO straps. A larger crown can dig into the wrist, and the lack of a battery hatch is a trade-off for its 100m water resistance. On balance, owners value the CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch for its robust build and classic aesthetic, though its price point and competition are frequently cited concerns.

Boldr Odyssey Regatta

The Boldr Odyssey Regatta is noted for its robust functionality and utilitarian design, powered by a Valjoux 7750 Elaboré movement. It features a tachymeter bezel graduated in knots and offers 500m water resistance. While its 45.5mm diameter, 18.2mm thickness, and 245g weight make it a substantial timepiece, it wears better than its dimensions might suggest. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Boldr Odyssey Regatta's workhorse movement and functional tool-watch capabilities.

From video reviewers

500m water resistance is a consistently praised feature. The watch's significant weight and large case size were noted as drawbacks by multiple reviewers. Reviewers disagreed on whether the bezel's 15-minute markings were redundant given the regatta complication.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
Odyssey Regatta45.5mm
Power Reserve
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
Odyssey Regatta40h
Water Resistance
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
Odyssey Regatta500m
MSRP
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333
Odyssey Regatta$1,499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
45.5mm
Thickness
12mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
52mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
500m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
Regatta Admiral Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
ETA Valjoux 7750

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$1,499
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