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Boldr BOLDR Venture (Legacy)vsBrew Metric

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BOLDR Venture (Legacy)
BoldrBOLDR Venture (Legacy)
MSRP $149
Metric
BrewMetric
MSRP $475

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR Venture (Legacy)38mm
Metric36mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR Venture (Legacy)40h
Metric
Water Resistance
BOLDR Venture (Legacy)100m
Metric50m
MSRP
BOLDR Venture (Legacy)$149
Metric$475

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
11mm
10.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
19.85mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Jungle Green
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
ETA 802
VK68
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$149
$475

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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BOLDR Venture (Legacy)

Owners and reviewers widely praise the BOLDR Venture (Legacy) for its excellent value proposition, particularly its titanium 38mm case and sapphire crystal. The watch is frequently recommended as a top choice in its price segment, with its modern design and AR-coated crystal being highlighted. Some owners note that the titanium case, while lightweight, scratches more readily than steel, and the lume is considered merely adequate. Overall, the consensus is that the BOLDR Venture (Legacy) is highly regarded for its impressive feature set and value at its price point.

Brew Metric

The Brew Metric is widely praised for its 1970s-inspired retro design, with reviewers and owners specifically highlighting its unique dial aesthetics, compact 36mm case size, and comfortable wearability on various wrist sizes. The watch's finishing is frequently lauded, with particular appreciation for its contrasting brushed and polished surfaces and well-executed gold treatment. Owners also note the pleasing feel of the pushers and crown, the accuracy of the VK68 meca-quartz movement, and the sapphire crystal. However, some owners report quality control issues, including dial defects and missing lume, and a few find the bezel dents easily. The bracelet is a point of contention, with some finding it uncomfortable and prone to pulling arm hairs, while others praise its dramatic taper. The watch's 50-meter water resistance is considered cautious by one reviewer, and the lug width of 19.85mm limits strap options.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique design and compact dimensions are praised. The bracelet is noted as stiff and lacking flexibility. Reviewers were divided on whether the Seiko NH35A movement or the meca-quartz movement offered better value at the price point.

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