Boldr Five-in-a-RowvsTissot PR516

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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

Tissot PR516 at true scale

PR516

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

44mm

n/a

Thickness

12.8mm

11.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$399

lowest

$825

Movement

Seiko NH35

Tissot Powermatic 80

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Sport
Thickness
12.8mm
11.18mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
n/a
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Five In A Row I
White
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$825
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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.

Tissot PR516

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot PR516 for its robust build quality, vintage motorsport aesthetics, and accessible price point, with many appreciating its historical connections and the 38mm case size. Some owners find the dial bland and the fixed bezel disappointing, while others note that its 14mm thickness and substantial lug-to-lug may feel large on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PR516 highly for its blend of heritage design and modern build at an attractive price.

From video reviewers

The value proposition against competitors is a shared strength. Reviewers did not agree on the case size, with mentions of 40mm and 38mm.