BOLDR Supply Co. Expedition II El CapitanvsSeiko Alpinist

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BOLDR Supply Co.Expedition II El Capitan

MSRP $699

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Seiko Alpinist

MSRP $750

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Expedition II El Capitan

Alpinist

Diameter

Across the case, crown excluded.

41mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

The number that decides fit.

n/a

46.4mm

Thickness

How it sits under a cuff.

14mm

13.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

Rated in meters.

200m

Power Reserve

How long it runs off the wrist.

n/a

70h

MSRP

Sticker price, new.

$699

lowest

$750

Movement

What drives the hands.

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko 6R35

Spec

Expedition II El Capitan

Alpinist

Case

3 specs

Diameter

41mm

39.5mm

Thickness

14mm

13.2mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.4mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

n/a

Anti-reflective coating on inner surface

Dial Color

n/a

Lume

None

LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko 6R35

Power Reserve

70h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$699

$750

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Reviews

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BOLDR Supply Co. Expedition II El Capitan

Owners widely praise the BOLDR Supply Co. Expedition II El Capitan's 41mm case size for its comfortable daily wearability and the Sellita SW200 movement for its value. Reviewers highlight the well-executed crowns, excellent lume, and the surprisingly deep, nuanced fully lumed dial with an inner rotating bezel for the price. Some owners find the dial too busy and criticize the included rubber strap as a dust magnet, while others note a preference for bracelets over leather straps. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the BOLDR Supply Co. Expedition II El Capitan highly for its comfortable wearability and impressive dial execution at its competitive price point.

Owners widely praise the Seiko Alpinist for its value, durability, and unique style, with many appreciating its accuracy and versatile design suitable for vacations. Some owners find the 39.5mm case size perfect for average wrists, while others with smaller wrists consider it large and thick. Opinions are split on the crystal type, with some preferring a domed sapphire and others accepting the Hardlex. The Seiko Alpinist is generally considered a well-built and attractive watch for the money.

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