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Boldr Expedition EnigmathvsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

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Expedition Enigmath
BoldrExpedition Enigmath
MSRP $599
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition Enigmath41mm
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Power Reserve
Expedition Enigmath42h
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Water Resistance
Expedition Enigmath200m
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
MSRP
Expedition Enigmath$599
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039,
Miyota 6T33
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$888

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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.

Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

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