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Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMTvsBoldr Expedition II

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C65 Aquitaine GMT
Christopher WardC65 Aquitaine GMT
MSRP $1,710
Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Aquitaine GMT40mm
Expedition II41mm
Power Reserve
C65 Aquitaine GMT56h
Expedition II38h
Water Resistance
C65 Aquitaine GMT200m
Expedition II200m
MSRP
C65 Aquitaine GMT$1,710
Expedition II$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Tool
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
12.7mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.68mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
I Eiger
Lume
SLN X1 BL Old Radium
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
38h
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,710
$699

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMT

The Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMT is widely praised for its stunning design, with reviewers and owners highlighting the "Beach Sand" dial and deep blue ceramic bezel, noting it offers vintage vibes with modern capability. The box-sapphire crystal and 200m water resistance are also frequently mentioned as strong points, along with its suitability for travel due to its lightweight and rugged build. The Sellita SW330-2 movement powers the watch, functioning as an office GMT with the date positioned at 6 o'clock for visual balance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMT highly for its exceptional design and robust vintage-inspired aesthetic at its price point.

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.

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