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Boldr Expedition IIvsZelos Spearfish 3

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
I Eiger
Diver - Forged Carbon
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$749

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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 Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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