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Boldr Five-in-a-RowvsSeiko Coutura

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What people say

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Boldr Five-in-a-Row

Owners widely praise Boldr's lightweight titanium cases, value, and suitability for outdoor or adventure use. The 38mm size is considered perfect by some, and the topographical dial on one variant offers fantastic depth with well-matched Old-Radium C3 lume. However, some owners report issues with customer service and perceived poor quality for the price, while others find the 14mm thickness chunky and the dial cluttered, impacting legibility. Accuracy averages around +15 seconds per day, though specific complications like a pulsometer and respiration timer are noted as accurate and useful on one variant. Overall, owners rate Boldr highly for its lightweight, functional design and value, despite some concerns about build quality and legibility.

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.

Seiko Coutura

Owners widely praise the Seiko Coutura for its wear-resistant metal treatments, with one reporting minimal scratching after six years. Its solar and perpetual calendar features are noted for reliability and low maintenance, and some find its aesthetic captivating with attractive gold indices and a contrasting black dial, making it a daily driver. However, opinions on styling are split; some find the dial too busy and the gold tone unconvincing, while others appreciate its unique, fun design. The proprietary bracelet is a common point of contention, with several owners expressing dislike. One owner reports poor solar power reserve requiring constant light exposure, and another found the watch sits too high and looks "horrendous" in person. Overall, owners value the Seiko Coutura for its solar and perpetual calendar complications and durable construction, despite polarizing styling and bracelet design.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Five-in-a-Row38mm
Coutura33.7mm
Power Reserve
Five-in-a-Row
Coutura
Water Resistance
Five-in-a-Row200m
Coutura100m
MSRP
Five-in-a-Row$399
Coutura$450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
38mm
33.7mm
Thickness
12.8mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
40.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
16mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Five In A Row I
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on Hands

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko 6N42
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$450
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