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Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion TrenchvsBoldr Venture

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1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428
Venture
BoldrVenture
MSRP $339

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Venture38mm
Power Reserve
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Venture40h
Water Resistance
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
Venture200m
MSRP
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428
Venture$339

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Tool
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
10mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
44mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black Dawn
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82s5
Seiko NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$428
$339

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What people say

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Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

Boldr Venture

The Boldr Venture is widely praised for its lightweight and durable titanium case, excellent finishing, and comfortable wearability, with owners noting its legibility and good lume on the navy dial. It features a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and 200m water resistance, making it suitable for daily wear. The included Expedition Canvas Strap is described as beautiful and comfortable. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Venture highly for its comfortable and durable titanium construction and excellent legibility.

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