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Boldr Expedition EnigmathvsHELM Vanuatu

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Expedition Enigmath
BoldrExpedition Enigmath
MSRP $599
Vanuatu
HELMVanuatu
MSRP $285

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition Enigmath41mm
Vanuatu42mm
Power Reserve
Expedition Enigmath42h
Vanuatu40h
Water Resistance
Expedition Enigmath200m
Vanuatu300m
MSRP
Expedition Enigmath$599
Vanuatu$285

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Enigmath Coconino
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039,
Seiko Instruments NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$285

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

HELM Vanuatu

Owners widely praise the HELM Vanuatu for its exceptional comfort, with the titanium bracelet frequently cited as "uber-comfortable" and the watch itself being less overbearing on the wrist than comparable dive watches. Reviewers note its great bezel action and overall quality, with one owner finding the purchase satisfactory despite a nearly two-year wait. On balance, owners rate the HELM Vanuatu highly for its wearability and solid build at the price.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is consistently praised. The bracelet is noted as having significant rattle.

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