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Boldr Odyssey OriginalvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Odyssey Original
BoldrOdyssey Original
MSRP $799
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Odyssey Original45.5mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Odyssey Original42h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Odyssey Original500m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Odyssey Original$799
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
45.5mm
39mm
Thickness
14.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Cali Black
Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$799
$935

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What people say

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Boldr Odyssey Original

Owners widely praise the Boldr Odyssey Original's value, with one noting the blue dial and bronze case develop an amazing patina and another highlighting the personalized purchase experience. The watch is available for $350 and comes in its original dive case. One owner observed that the 12 o'clock markers on a bronze variant were not straight. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Odyssey Original highly for its developing patina and strong value proposition.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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