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Boldr Expedition IIvsGlycine Combat Sub Sport

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What people say

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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 tool watch utility, legible dials, and bead-blasted finish, with many finding its 41mm size ideal for daily wear and comfortable on various wrists. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent value, well-executed details, and the functional design of its knurled crown. Some owners note the dial color can appear creamier than expected online, and one reviewer found the stock rubber strap to be a minor criticism. The Sellita SW200 movement and domed sapphire crystal are also noted as positive features. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Boldr Expedition II highly for its functional field watch design and excellent value.

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 Combat Sub Sport

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport for its exceptional thinness, with multiple sources noting profiles between 10.4mm and 11mm, comfortable wearability on a variety of wrist sizes due to its proportions and contoured lugs, and its value, especially when found under $400. Some owners highlight its refined finishing and unique, non-homage design, while others appreciate its ruggedness and durability, with one noting PVD coating remained flawless after three years of heavy use. Accuracy figures range from excellent, with one owner reporting only 2 seconds lost per day, to inconsistent power reserve and occasional reported issues with the movement and stem. The lume is described as subpar by some, though one owner found it marginally better than a Seiko SKX007. Reservations are occasionally raised regarding warranty service and the use of folded end links on the bracelet.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Combat Sub Sport39mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Combat Sub Sport38h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Combat Sub Sport300m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Combat Sub Sport$1,850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Finish
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
I Eiger
Black
Indices
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Luminous

Movement

3 specs
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
0
26
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$1,850
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