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Boldr Expedition IIvsAevig Thule GMT

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What people say

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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.

Aevig Thule GMT

Owners widely praise the Aevig Thule GMT for its 70s-inspired design, lightweight titanium case with a hardness coating, and the accurate NH34 movement running at 1-2 seconds fast per day. The watch also features fantastic AR coating, a quick-release bracelet, and excellent customer service. Some wish for sharper case angles and polished details to enhance its dressier appeal, and macro photos suggest potential irregularities on the hour markers. Overall, owners rate the Aevig Thule GMT highly for its vintage charm and practical features at an affordable price.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Thule GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Thule GMT70h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Thule GMT100m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Thule GMT$755

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
GMT
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
48.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
38h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$755
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