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Boldr Odyssey RegattavsFormex Reef 39.5 mm

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Odyssey Regatta
BoldrOdyssey Regatta
MSRP $1,499
Reef 39.5 mm
FormexReef 39.5 mm
MSRP $2,230

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Odyssey Regatta45.5mm
Reef 39.5 mm39.5mm
Power Reserve
Odyssey Regatta40h
Reef 39.5 mm56h
Water Resistance
Odyssey Regatta500m
Reef 39.5 mm300m
MSRP
Odyssey Regatta$1,499
Reef 39.5 mm$2,230

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
45.5mm
39.5mm
Thickness
16mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
45.5mm
Water Resistance
500m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Regatta Admiral Blue
Bahama Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA Valjoux 7750
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,499
$2,230

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What people say

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Boldr Odyssey Regatta

The Boldr Odyssey Regatta is noted for its robust functionality and utilitarian design, powered by a Valjoux 7750 Elaboré movement. It features a tachymeter bezel graduated in knots and offers 500m water resistance. While its 45.5mm diameter, 18.2mm thickness, and 245g weight make it a substantial timepiece, it wears better than its dimensions might suggest. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Boldr Odyssey Regatta's workhorse movement and functional tool-watch capabilities.

From video reviewers

500m water resistance is a consistently praised feature. The watch's significant weight and large case size were noted as drawbacks by multiple reviewers. Reviewers disagreed on whether the bezel's 15-minute markings were redundant given the regatta complication.

Formex Reef 39.5 mm

The Formex Reef 39.5 mm is widely praised for its refined finishing, comfortable and well-proportioned case design, and impressive specifications for its price point, including COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement and 300m water resistance. Owners and reviewers highlight the tool-less micro-adjust clasp and quick-release spring bars as practical features. Some reviewers note that the 22mm lug width feels slightly disproportionate to the smaller case, and the bracelet could benefit from more taper, though this is a point of contention for some owners who value the overall package. A prototype crown protrusion issue is noted as being addressed for production. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 39.5 mm highly for its excellent value and well-executed design.

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