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Boldr Expedition IIvsGrand Seiko SLGW007

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Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
SLGW007
Grand SeikoSLGW007
MSRP $10,000

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
SLGW00738.6mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
SLGW00780h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
SLGW00730m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
SLGW007$10,000

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38.6mm
Thickness
14mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
9SA4
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
38h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$10,000

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGW007

Grand Seiko SLGW007 owners and reviewers praise its compact 38.6mm x 9.95mm Evolution 9 case and the textured "Moonlit Birch" dial, described as moody, elegant, and captivating. The technically credible 9SA4 hand-wound movement with an 80-hour power reserve is also highlighted. Its 30m water resistance and lack of lume are noted as appropriate for a dress watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW007 highly for its refined case, captivating dial, and updated movement.

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