Boldr Expedition IIvsGlycine Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0545

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Boldr Expedition II at true scale

Expedition II

Glycine Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0545 at true scale

Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0545

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

14mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$699

$615

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Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
I Eiger
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
38h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$615
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Boldr Expedition II

Owners widely praise the Boldr Expedition II for its legible dials, comfortable wearability, and excellent value, with many appreciating the functional field watch design and bead-blasted finish. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the compact 41mm case size as ideal for daily wear, and the Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered good for the price. Some owners note minor criticisms such as the stock straps, a slightly large feel for smaller wrists, or dial contrast issues on specific variants. The lume is generally considered good, though one owner notes it fades quickly if not worn. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Boldr Expedition II highly for its tool watch functionality and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Boldr Expedition II's solid construction and reliability are notable strengths. A weakness is the potential for dim lume brightness, as the entire dial is fully covered in lume but the reviewer's assessment implies it might be inadequate.

Glycine Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0545

The Glycine Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0545 is praised for its solid construction and comfortable wearability, with owners highlighting its slim 10.4mm thickness and inward-curving lugs, which contribute to good wearability even on smaller wrists. The bronze case is noted for its appearance, though one owner observed less patination than expected despite ocean exposure, while also finding the 42mm case size large. The lume is reported to last longer than a Seiko SKX007, though its visibility after 15 minutes is less pronounced, and one owner noted slightly underapplied lume at the 6 o'clock position. The watch is available at prices ranging from $300 to over $1000. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0545 highly for its comfortable wearability and solid construction at a good price point.