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Boldr Expedition IIvsNodus Obscura II - DLC

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Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Obscura II - DLC
NodusObscura II - DLC
MSRP $725
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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.

Nodus Obscura II - DLC

Owners widely praise the Nodus Obscura II - DLC for its high quality and value, with one owner calling it their first tactical watch that lives up to the hype. Reviewers highlight the novel "Exposure Gauge Complication" bezel, designed for photographers using the Sunny 16 rule, as a well-executed feature. The TMI NH38 movement is considered basic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Obscura II - DLC highly for its unique bezel complication and strong value proposition at $650.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Obscura II - DLC38mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Obscura II - DLC41h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Obscura II - DLC100m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Obscura II - DLC$725

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
Dial Color
I Eiger
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
NH38
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$725
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