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Boldr Expedition IIvsanOrdain Model 1

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Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $3,804

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Model 141mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Model 142h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Model 150m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Thickness
14mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
I Eiger
Model 1 Blue Fumé
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$3,804

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

anOrdain Model 1

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 for its exquisite vitreous enamel dial, noting its depth, unique light play, and custom typography. The watch is also commended for its comfortable wearability, elegant design, and appealing price point for its handmade processes, with an 800 vickers hardened case resisting scratches well. Some owners report the Sellita SW200-1 movement's rotor is noticeable and the watch lacks lume. Significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a frequently cited drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and handcrafted aesthetic at the price.

From video reviewers

Thoughtful finishing and beautiful color options are notable strengths of the anOrdain Model 1. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not suit everyone's wrist size, and the relatively low 5ATM water-resistance may limit its suitability for swimming or diving. Reviewers disagree on the movement used in the watch, with some mentioning the Sellita SW210 or La Joux Perret G101, while others mention the Sellita SW200.

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