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Bremont MBIIvsBoldr Expedition II

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

MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
Expedition II41mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
Expedition II38h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
Expedition II200m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
Expedition II$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Tool
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
I Eiger
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$699

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Bremont MBII

The Bremont MBII is praised for its striking, high-tech pilot's watch aesthetic, reassuring heft, and quality feel, featuring an anti-shock system and customizable barrel. Owners note its condition can be excellent with minor hairlines, and it is presented with all original boxes and papers. A drawback cited is its 38-hour power reserve compared to newer movements. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Bremont MBII affordable and a good representation of the brand.

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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