BOLDR Supply Co. VenturevsMilitado VH31 Field ML08

VH31 Field ML08
MilitadoVH31 Field ML08

Ref. militado-vh31-38mm-sapphire-crystal-field-watch-ml08-white-dial·MSRP $69

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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.

BOLDR Supply Co. Venture at true scale

Venture

Militado VH31 Field ML08 at true scale

VH31 Field ML08

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

44.5mm

lowest

Thickness

11mm

10.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$149

$69

lowest

Movement

ETA 802.102

Seiko VH31

Case

3 specs
Thickness
11mm
10.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
44.5mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Jungle Green
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
ETA 802.102
Seiko VH31

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$149
$69
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Reviews

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

BOLDR Supply Co. Venture

The BOLDR Venture (Legacy) is widely praised for its value, modern design, and titanium 38mm case with sapphire crystal and AR coating. Owners and reviewers frequently highlight its appeal as a sub-$500 field watch, often recommending it alongside other established brands. Some owners report quality control issues, such as visible CNC errors on the case, and the titanium material is noted to scratch more easily than steel. The lume is generally considered only "ok" or subpar, and the pulsations scale is viewed by some as a marketing gimmick. Overall, owners rate the BOLDR Venture (Legacy) highly for its excellent value and modern design in the affordable field watch segment.

Militado VH31 Field ML08

Owners widely praise the Militado VH31 38mm Sapphire Crystal Field Watch ML08 White Dial for its exceptional value, with many considering it an excellent field watch for everyday wear. The VH31 quartz movement is appreciated for its sweeping second hand and "endless" power reserve, offering a worry-free option for rugged use. The white dial is particularly loved for its clean, no-nonsense aesthetic. Some owners, however, dislike the cathedral hands and one reviewer found the decision to use a quartz movement anachronistic. Overall, owners rate the Militado VH31 38mm Sapphire Crystal Field Watch ML08 White Dial highly for its value and field-ready design.