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Ferro Distinct 3vsBoldr Field Medic

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Distinct 3
FerroDistinct 3
MSRP $455
Field Medic
BoldrField Medic
MSRP $299
What people say

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Ferro Distinct 3

Owners widely praise the Ferro Distinct 3 for its improved screw-down crown and centered date complication. However, some find the watch too large, and one owner dislikes the dial for being busy, though the necessity of outer markers for single-hand legibility is noted. The flat sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflective coating, and the dial has no lume. One owner received an NH35A movement instead of the advertised Miyota 9015. Overall, owners appreciate the functional improvements and specific design choices of the Ferro Distinct 3, despite some concerns about size and dial clarity.

Boldr Field Medic

Owners widely praise the Boldr Field Medic for its lightweight titanium case, robust build, and functional pulsometer, often highlighting its value and suitability for medical professionals. The watch is described as a solid tool watch with a crisp finish, 200m water resistance, and sapphire crystal, with some owners finding it a versatile and well-built piece that rivals more established brands. The lume is noted as visually striking but not long-lasting, and the pulsometer is seen by some as a unique decorative element or occasionally handy tool. Some owners find the watch wears small, and a few prefer a continuously running seconds hand over the pulsometer's timer function. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Field Medic highly for its practical design and robust construction at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Distinct 348mm
Field Medic38mm
Power Reserve
Distinct 340h
Field Medic40h
Water Resistance
Distinct 350m
Field Medic200m
MSRP
Distinct 3$455
Field Medic$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Tool
Diameter
48mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Orange
I
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 715
Seiko VK64

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$455
$299
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