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Boldr Expedition EnigmathvsSpinnaker Piccard

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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.

Spinnaker Piccard

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Piccard for its comfortable wear, excellent readability, and bold, vintage-inspired design that redefines dive watch aesthetics. However, some owners view the Spinnaker Piccard as a specialty novelty watch, describing it as huge and heavy with a large crystal that hinders legibility, making it an acquired taste. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Piccard to be a unique dive watch with a distinctive design, though its substantial size and crystal may not suit all wearers.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition Enigmath41mm
Piccard45mm
Power Reserve
Expedition Enigmath42h
Piccard
Water Resistance
Expedition Enigmath200m
Piccard550m
MSRP
Expedition Enigmath$599
Piccard$550

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
45mm
Thickness
12.8mm
21mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
52mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
550m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Enigmath Coconino
Lemon Yellow
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$550
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