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Spinnaker PopeyevsBoldr The Boys

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Popeye43mm
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
Popeye40h
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
Popeye150m
The Boys200m
MSRP
Popeye$395
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Popeye Blue
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Seiko NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$299

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What people say

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Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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