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Boldr The BoysvsZelos Blacktip 41

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The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299
Blacktip 41
ZelosBlacktip 41
MSRP $499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Boys38mm
Blacktip 4141mm
Power Reserve
The Boys40h
Blacktip 4140h
Water Resistance
The Boys200m
Blacktip 41200m
MSRP
The Boys$299
Blacktip 41$499

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
41mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Teal
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$499

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What people say

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Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

Zelos Blacktip 41

The Zelos Blacktip 41 is widely praised for its exceptional quality and value, featuring a titanium case, sapphire crystal, and a reliable Miyota 9015 movement. Owners and reviewers highlight its well-proportioned 41mm case with strong ergonomics, a 47.5mm lug-to-lug, and a 11.5mm thickness, making it a comfortable diver for many. The watch boasts eye-catching dials with grained textures and degrade effects, complemented by large applied indices, a lume-filled crown, and strong two-tone lume. The bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. The Miyota 9015 movement provides near-COSC accuracy and a 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Blacktip 41 highly for its superb value and well-executed dive watch features at its price point.

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