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Boldr Expedition IIvsZelos Comet 39

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Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
39mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
I Eiger
Tantalum LE
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$2,499

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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.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

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