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Boldr Expedition EnigmathvsLorier Astra

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What people say

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Boldr Expedition Enigmath

Boldr is widely praised for its attractive fumé dials, blend of sandblasted and polished case finishes, and excellent legibility. Owners report good build quality and value, with some calling it an excellent GADA or hiking watch, and the Miyota 9039 movement is noted for its smooth seconds hand sweep. However, the practical usefulness of the slide rule bezel is questioned, and some find the designs "microbrand-y" or potentially overpriced, with one owner reporting a negative warranty experience. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr highly for its attractive dials and solid build quality at the price point.

From video reviewers

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.

Lorier Astra

The Lorier Astra is praised for its outstanding details and design language, hitting a "dressy sports watch" vibe with a beautiful sector dial and lume. Owners note its versatile, do-it-all design with classic proportions and refined details like beveled markers, making it suitable for both formal and casual wear. The watch wears slightly larger than its 36mm case suggests, closer to 38mm, with lugs that taper and curve downward to fit well on smaller wrists. However, the bracelet feels a bit light, some screws are difficult to remove, and the Miyota movement can gain around 8 seconds in 12 hours with potentially offset date numerals. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Astra highly for its dressy sports watch aesthetic and refined details at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's versatile dial and comfortable 36mm sizing are consistently praised. Lume brightness is noted as a potential weakness. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition Enigmath41mm
Astra36mm
Power Reserve
Expedition Enigmath42h
Astra40h
Water Resistance
Expedition Enigmath200m
Astra50m
MSRP
Expedition Enigmath$599
Astra$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Field
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
42h
40h
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