Makara Watches Sea Turtle IIvsBOLDR Supply Co. Odyssey Bronze

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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.

Makara Watches Sea Turtle II at true scale

Sea Turtle II

BOLDR Supply Co. Odyssey Bronze at true scale

Odyssey Bronze

Diameter

44mm

45.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

52mm

52mm

Thickness

17mm

16.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

500m

highest

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$199

lowest

$649

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
45.5mm
Thickness
17mm
16.8mm
Lug Width
24mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
300m
500m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Auburn
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
41h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$199
$649
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Reviews

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

Makara Watches Sea Turtle II

The Makara Watches Sea Turtle II is widely praised for its industrial aesthetic, beautiful bronze work with developing patina, and excellent dial readability due to its double-layered sapphire dome. Owners appreciate the watch's solid, hefty feel and elegant, simple dial, with one user noting its case shape appears to change from different angles. Accuracy is reported as +/- 2 seconds per day. Some find the watch chunky, with one owner describing the buckle's machined surface as rough. The stock silicone strap with a brass knuckle clasp was noted as being too large for a 7" wrist, and another user found the notched rubber strap tricky to put on. One owner reported poor customer service experiences. Overall, owners rate the Makara Watches Sea Turtle II highly for its attractive bronze finishing and clear dial at an affordable price point.

BOLDR Supply Co. Odyssey Bronze

The Boldr Odyssey Bronze is praised for its robust, ship-like aesthetic and substantial feel, with its meteorite dial and OEM Horween strap noted as unique features. Owners report the 45.5mm case size and 500m water resistance as significant attributes. Some criticism exists regarding the movement used at its price point, though owners feel the style, fit, finish, and specifications compensate. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Odyssey Bronze highly for its distinctive meteorite dial and robust build at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 500m water resistance and Lumicast lume are standout features. The 45mm+ case size is a drawback for some wrists.

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