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Boldr Expedition EnigmathvsHemel HFT20

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Expedition Enigmath
BoldrExpedition Enigmath
MSRP $599
HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition Enigmath41mm
HFT2042mm
Power Reserve
Expedition Enigmath42h
HFT2040h
Water Resistance
Expedition Enigmath200m
HFT20100m
MSRP
Expedition Enigmath$599
HFT20$450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Enigmath Coconino
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039,
Seiko VK64
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$450

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What people say

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Boldr Expedition Enigmath

The watch's slide rule function is a convenient feature, allowing for calculations on the go. One potential drawback is the use of the Japanese Miyota 9039 movement, which may be a trade-off for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on whether the quick 'on the fly' adjust bracelet is a more significant advantage than the watch's sapphire crystal for durability and scratch resistance.

Hemel HFT20

The Hemel HFT20 Chronograph is praised for its legible matte black dial, sapphire crystal, and the satisfying sweep of its chronograph hand, powered by the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement. Reviewers note its convenient wearability, with a 42mm case that wears well due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement, and a comfortable, well-made leather strap. However, its 16mm thickness is considered slightly more than ideal for the movement, and the chronograph minutes sub-dial does not precisely jump. Overall, reviewers find the Hemel HFT20 to be an accessible and modern interpretation of vintage designs, offering good value at $449.

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