Boldr Odyssey BronzevsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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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 Bronze at true scale

Odyssey Bronze

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss at true scale

Tesei Bronze Swiss

Diameter

45.5mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

52mm

52mm

Thickness

16.8mm

16mm

lowest

Water Resistance

500m

highest

300m

MSRP

$649

lowest

$850

Movement

Seiko NH35

Sellita SW200-1

Case

3 specs
Diameter
45.5mm
43mm
Thickness
16.8mm
16mm
Water Resistance
500m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$649
$850
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Reviews

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

Boldr 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.

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its intricate detail and solid specifications for the price, with one owner highlighting the Sellita SW200 movement and ceramic bezel. However, some owners find the watch to feel light, with a bracelet that resembles aluminum and a dial that appears plastic-like, contributing to a cheap overall feel. Other community members note that while Spinnaker watches are generally well-built, their finishing is basic, and bracelets are considered less refined than those from some Chinese brands, with one owner criticizing the dial for too many numerals and an overly busy design. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss positively for its detailed dial and value, though some express a desire for a smaller case size and find the overall finishing to be basic.