Boldr Five-in-a-RowvsGlycine Sea Kraken

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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 Five-in-a-Row at true scale

Five-in-a-Row

Glycine Sea Kraken at true scale

Sea Kraken

Diameter

38mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

44mm

n/a

Thickness

12.8mm

12.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

highest

150m

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$399

lowest

$715

Movement

Seiko NH35

Sellita SW200-1

Case

9 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.8mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
150m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Five In A Row I
White
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Luminous

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
38h
Jewels
0
26
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$715
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Reviews

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

Boldr Five-in-a-Row

Owners widely praise the Boldr Five-in-a-Row for its 38mm titanium case, light weight, and value, with one reviewer highlighting its legible, topographical map-inspired dial and pleasant warm lume. However, some owners find the 14mm thickness chunky and the dial cluttered with 24h markings, while one commenter noted an offset triangle marker at 6 o'clock as an aesthetic flaw. Accuracy ranges from +15 seconds per day to unspecified, and opinions on the brand's customer service and overall quality are divided. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Five-in-a-Row highly for its lightweight titanium case and value, despite some concerns about dial legibility and thickness.

From video reviewers

The functional tide indicator on the bezel is a unique complication. The 38mm titanium case and 10 o'clock crown offer comfort for activities. The 12.8mm thickness is on the thicker side for its size.

Glycine Sea Kraken

The Glycine Sea Kraken is widely praised for its retro design and excellent finishing for its price point. Owners highlight its crisp dial printing, elegant stainless steel bezel, and the smooth winding feel of its Sellita SW200-1 movement, with accuracy reported between +1/+2 and +6 seconds per day, though one owner noted it could lose up to 6 seconds when very active. The 39mm case size is generally considered comfortable, though some find its 48mm lug-to-lug measurement wears larger than expected. The included leather strap is frequently criticized as being of poor quality and unsuitable for a dive watch, prompting many owners to replace it. The Glycine Sea Kraken is considered an underrated watch offering great value, especially given its limited production and superior finishing compared to other Glycine models.

From video reviewers

The Glycine Sea Kraken's value at its price point is a significant strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.