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Boldr Odyssey BronzevsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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

Odyssey Bronze
BoldrOdyssey Bronze
MSRP $649
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Odyssey Bronze45.5mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Odyssey Bronze40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Odyssey Bronze500m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Odyssey Bronze$649
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
45.5mm
38mm
Thickness
16.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Bronze
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$649
$328

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What people say

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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