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CIGA Design CRYSTAL LOVEvsBoldr Expedition II

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CRYSTAL LOVE
CIGA DesignCRYSTAL LOVE
MSRP $399
Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
CRYSTAL LOVE
Expedition II41mm
Power Reserve
CRYSTAL LOVE
Expedition II38h
Water Resistance
CRYSTAL LOVE30m
Expedition II200m
MSRP
CRYSTAL LOVE$399
Expedition II$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Tool
Diameter
41mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
I Eiger
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota Automatic
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
38h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$699

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What people say

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CIGA Design CRYSTAL LOVE

Owners widely praise the CIGA Design CRYSTAL LOVE for its striking dial details and significant wrist presence. However, legibility is frequently cited as a challenge, even with generational improvements. Strap options are limited, with the watch being particular about compatible pairings. On balance, owners rate the CIGA Design CRYSTAL LOVE highly for its visually arresting dial and unique aesthetic, despite the legibility and strap limitations.

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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