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Boldr Odyssey RegattavsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Odyssey Regatta
BoldrOdyssey Regatta
MSRP $1,499
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Odyssey Regatta45.5mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Odyssey Regatta40h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Odyssey Regatta500m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Odyssey Regatta$1,499
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
45.5mm
39mm
Thickness
16mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Regatta Admiral Blue
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
ETA Valjoux 7750
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,499
$699

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Boldr Odyssey Regatta

The Boldr Odyssey Regatta is noted for its robust functionality and utilitarian design, powered by a Valjoux 7750 Elaboré movement. It features a tachymeter bezel graduated in knots and offers 500m water resistance. While its 45.5mm diameter, 18.2mm thickness, and 245g weight make it a substantial timepiece, it wears better than its dimensions might suggest. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Boldr Odyssey Regatta's workhorse movement and functional tool-watch capabilities.

From video reviewers

500m water resistance is a consistently praised feature. The watch's significant weight and large case size were noted as drawbacks by multiple reviewers. Reviewers disagreed on whether the bezel's 15-minute markings were redundant given the regatta complication.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

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