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Boldr The BoysvsZelos Comet 39

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The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299
Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Boys38mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
The Boys40h
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
The Boys200m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
The Boys$299
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
39mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Tantalum LE
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$2,499

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

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