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Boldr Expedition IIvsLinde Werdelin Oktopus III

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Oktopus III
Linde WerdelinOktopus III
MSRP $20,953

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Oktopus III45mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Oktopus III60h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Oktopus III300m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Oktopus III$20,953

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
45mm
Thickness
14mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
I Eiger
Blue
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Superluminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
LW09
Power Reserve
38h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$20,953

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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.

Linde Werdelin Oktopus III

Owners and reviewers praise the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III for its avant-garde design and comfortable, lightweight titanium case, with some noting its advanced lume applications create a striking glow in the dark. The skeletonized or octopus-themed dials are highlighted, as is the integrated moon phase complication. One owner reported a lume bezel issue and subsequent poor service experience, though the problems were ultimately corrected. The Linde Werdelin Oktopus III features a 44-hour power reserve and is water-resistant to 300 meters. Overall, enthusiasts appreciate the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III for its unique design and wearable titanium construction.

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