BOLDR Supply Co. Expedition IIvsSeiko Captain Willard

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

BOLDR Supply Co. Expedition II at true scale

Expedition II

Seiko Captain Willard at true scale

Captain Willard

Diameter

41mm

42.7mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

46.6mm

lowest

Thickness

14mm

13.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

38h

70h

highest

MSRP

$699

lowest

$1,300

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko 6R35

Case

4 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42.7mm
Thickness
14mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46.6mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
underside
Dial Color
I Eiger
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
38h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$1,300
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

BOLDR Supply Co. Expedition II

Owners widely praise the Boldr Expedition II for its legible dials, comfortable wearability, and excellent value, with many appreciating the functional field watch design and bead-blasted finish. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the compact 41mm case size as ideal for daily wear, and the Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered good for the price. Some owners note minor criticisms such as the stock straps, a slightly large feel for smaller wrists, or dial contrast issues on specific variants. The lume is generally considered good, though one owner notes it fades quickly if not worn. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Boldr Expedition II highly for its tool watch functionality and value proposition.

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.

Seiko Captain Willard

The Seiko Captain Willard is praised for its supremely wearable 42.7mm case, icy white textured dial, and bright LumiBrite lume, with reviewers noting impressive finishing and value over $1,000. Some models feature a unique azurage textured navy blue bezel insert, while others have a matte grey or unidirectional bezel with cream accents. The Seiko Captain Willard houses the 6R35 automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance, though one reviewer questions if its performance specs match its price. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Captain Willard highly for its comfortable slim profile and excellent LumiBrite lume at its price point.

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