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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.

Praesidus Vince Speranza A-11

Owners widely praise the Praesidus Vince Speranza A-11 for its vintage aesthetic, readable dial, and distinctive top-hat crystal. However, community members report mixed accuracy, with one owner experiencing a gain of 24 seconds per day and another noting the lume on the hands is disappointing. One owner experienced a broken crystal after a drop, though it was replaced by the brand. On balance, owners appreciate the Praesidus Vince Speranza A-11 for its vintage charm and unique crystal, despite some reservations about lume and timekeeping consistency.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition Enigmath41mm
Vince Speranza A-1142mm
Power Reserve
Expedition Enigmath42h
Vince Speranza A-11
Water Resistance
Expedition Enigmath200m
Vince Speranza A-11100m
MSRP
Expedition Enigmath$599
Vince Speranza A-11$359

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Field
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Enigmath Coconino
NH35
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
42h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$359
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