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Dryden Heartlander AutomaticvsBoldr Expedition II

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

Heartlander Automatic
DrydenHeartlander Automatic
MSRP $600
Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Heartlander Automatic38mm
Expedition II41mm
Power Reserve
Heartlander Automatic40h
Expedition II38h
Water Resistance
Heartlander Automatic101m
Expedition II200m
MSRP
Heartlander Automatic$600
Expedition II$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Tool
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
11.2mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Water Resistance
101m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Goldfinch
I Eiger
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$600
$699

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Dryden Heartlander Automatic

The Dryden Heartlander Automatic is widely praised for its versatility, comfortable 38mm case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest, and excellent dial variety. Reviewers highlight its value at $500, noting good finishing, a domed sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The tapering bracelet with solid links is also considered comfortable. One owner notes the crown may protrude slightly and irritate some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Heartlander Automatic highly for its combination of wearability, features, and value.

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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