Side by side

Fortis Novonaut N-42vsBoldr Odyssey Bronze

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Odyssey Bronze
BoldrOdyssey Bronze
MSRP $649

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Odyssey Bronze45.5mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Odyssey Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Odyssey Bronze500m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Odyssey Bronze$649

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
45.5mm
Thickness
14.6mm
16.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Lug Width
21mm
22mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
300m
500m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Auburn
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
60h
40h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$649

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Fortis Novonaut N-42 vs Boldr Odyssey Bronze gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Fortis Novonaut N-42

Owners widely praise the Fortis B-42 Official Cosmonauts for its stunning fit and finish, excellent legibility, and a precise, grippy bezel, with one owner calling its bracelet the nicest they've ever owned. The Fortis Novonaut N-42 is described as a flawless beast with a WERK 17 column-wheel chronograph movement, featuring enhanced shock resistance and COSC adjustment, and is noted as a handsome tool watch with a beautiful dial and nice pusher action. However, the 42mm case of the B-42 wears larger than expected, and the Novonaut's 44mm case and chunky bracelet make it too large and heavy for many. The Fortis Titanium Legacy is a modern pilot's watch with a titanium case and bracelet, featuring a Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve and three time zones. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Fortis Titanium Legacy for its robust tool watch design and advanced movement technology, despite some concerns about case size and bracelet adjustability.

Boldr Odyssey Bronze

The Boldr Odyssey Bronze is widely praised for its robust, ship-like aesthetic and substantial feel, with its meteorite dial and OEM Horween strap highlighted as unique features. Owners feel the style, fit, finish, and specifications compensate for criticisms regarding the movements used at its price point. On balance, owners rate the Boldr Odyssey Bronze highly for its distinctive aesthetic and quality finishing.

From video reviewers

The 500m water resistance and Lumicast lume are standout features. The 45mm+ case size is a drawback for some wrists.

Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.