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Oak & Oscar The AshlandvsBoldr Expedition II

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The Ashland
Oak & OscarThe Ashland
MSRP $1,850
Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Ashland39.5mm
Expedition II41mm
Power Reserve
The Ashland42 hoursh
Expedition II38h
Water Resistance
The Ashland200m
Expedition II200m
MSRP
The Ashland$1,850
Expedition II$699

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
41mm
Thickness
12.4mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
48mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Green
I Eiger

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892A2
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
38h
Jewels
21
25
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$699

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What people say

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Oak & Oscar The Ashland

Owners widely appreciate Oak & Oscar The Ashland for its handsome design, symmetrical dial layout, and good timekeeping, with one owner reporting -4 seconds per day. Some pre-owned examples show minor marks on the lugs, bezel, and case, along with strap wear, consistent with normal use. On balance, owners value Oak & Oscar The Ashland for its attractive design and reliable performance.

Boldr Expedition II

Owners widely praise the Boldr Expedition II for its tool watch utility, legible dials, and bead-blasted finish, with many finding its 41mm size ideal for daily wear and comfortable on various wrists. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent value, well-executed details, and the functional design of its knurled crown. Some owners note the dial color can appear creamier than expected online, and one reviewer found the stock rubber strap to be a minor criticism. The Sellita SW200 movement and domed sapphire crystal are also noted as positive features. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Boldr Expedition II highly for its functional field watch design and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The Boldr Expedition II's solid construction and reliability are notable strengths. A weakness is the potential for dim lume brightness, as the entire dial is fully covered in lume but the reviewer's assessment implies it might be inadequate.

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