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Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor ElitevsBoldr Expedition II

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C65 Super Compressor Elite
Christopher WardC65 Super Compressor Elite
MSRP $1,995
Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Super Compressor Elite40mm
Expedition II41mm
Power Reserve
C65 Super Compressor Elite56h
Expedition II38h
Water Resistance
C65 Super Compressor Elite150m
Expedition II200m
MSRP
C65 Super Compressor Elite$1,995
Expedition II$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
13.75mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.12mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
I Eiger
Indices
Printed
Applied
Lume
SLN X1 GL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW300-1
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$699

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite

The Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite is praised for its well-made, refined, and attractively finished Super Compressor case, featuring a blue gradient dial with decompression scales and an internal bezel operated by the 2 o'clock crown. Reviewers note the COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement offers a 56-hour power reserve. However, the bracelet's end link finishing does not match the lugs, and the pin-and-collar sizing system is criticized for difficulty. One reviewer calls the 150-meter water resistance a party trick and dislikes the logo and trident on the seconds hand. Overall, reviewers find the Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite to be a refined and attractively finished watch, despite some criticisms regarding bracelet finishing and water resistance.

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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