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Boldr Expedition IIvsGrand Seiko SBGZ011

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Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
SBGZ011
Grand SeikoSBGZ011
MSRP $84,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
SBGZ01140mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
SBGZ01184h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
SBGZ01130m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
SBGZ011$84,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
9.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
I Eiger
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
9R02
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
38h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$84,000

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGZ011

Grand Seiko SBGZ011 owners widely praise its in-person beauty and the finest Zaratsu polishing, noting that photos do not capture its artistry. Some owners find the framed logo and lettering detract from the dial's balance, and a few describe the watch as too flashy or "bling" for their taste, with one owner feeling its design deviates from Grand Seiko's ethos. The strap is also widely disliked. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ011 highly for its stunning Zaratsu polishing and unique, beautiful in-person presence, despite some finding it overly flashy.

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