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Boldr Expedition IIvsOrient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch

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Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch
OrientMako-3 AA08 Diver Watch
MSRP $375

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch$375

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
41.8mm
Thickness
14mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
I Eiger
Blue
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$375

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What people say

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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.

Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch for its excellent value, attractive dials with gradient effects, sapphire crystal, and 200m water resistance. The bracelet is noted by some as surprisingly quiet and smooth, and the watch is considered to wear well on smaller wrists. Some owners find the traditional circle indices less unique than other models, and a few note minor issues like slightly misaligned chapter markers or a "grindy" hand-winding feel. Overall, owners rate the Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch highly for its attractive design and value at the price point.

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