Boldr Odyssey 40mmvsSeiko Baby Alpinist

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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 Odyssey 40mm at true scale

Odyssey 40mm

Seiko Baby Alpinist at true scale

Baby Alpinist

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

12.5mm

lowest

12.9mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

42h

70h

highest

MSRP

$799

$725

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9075

Seiko 6R35

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Aurora
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
42h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$799
$725
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Reviews

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

Boldr Odyssey 40mm

Owners praise Boldr for impressive specifications and value, with one owner noting the Odyssey Black Dragonfish has superior specs and movement compared to other models. A separate owner finds the Venture to be an exceptional value and versatile with strap changes. However, one owner feels the Venture's size is borderline for an 8-inch wrist. Overall, owners rate Boldr highly for its value and specifications.

Seiko Baby Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Baby Alpinist for its attractive design, legible dial, and comfortable 38mm cushion case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's excellent value, particularly when on sale, and appreciate its finishing, including outstanding brushing and a gorgeous reflective dial with applied indices. Some reviewers note the internal rotating bezel action is good for the price, though not as refined as higher-end models, and one owner would prefer a numbered bezel. A drawback mentioned by one owner is the lack of AR coating, and accuracy is reported by one source as approximately -10 seconds per day. The stock strap is frequently described as stiff and uncomfortable, though owners find success with break-in or replacement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Baby Alpinist highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at a fair price.

From video reviewers

The watch's bezel action is smooth and precise. The watch's lume is somewhat lacking, with the hour markers not being as bright as they'd like. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with some preferring 38mm and others 41.4mm.