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Farer GMT BEZELvsBoldr Expedition II

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GMT BEZEL
FarerGMT BEZEL
MSRP $1,325
Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GMT BEZEL40mm
Expedition II41mm
Power Reserve
GMT BEZEL56h
Expedition II38h
Water Resistance
GMT BEZEL200m
Expedition II200m
MSRP
GMT BEZEL$1,325
Expedition II$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Tool
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.8mm
48mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Red
I Eiger
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
56h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,325
$699

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Farer GMT BEZEL

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Farer GMT BEZEL for its exceptional value, unique design language, and wearable dimensions, with one owner noting its fit, finish, and quality rivaling higher-end brands. Specific strengths highlighted include enthusiastic color combinations, a vintage charm from the bubble crystal, and comfortable wearability due to its 12.5mm thickness and short lug-to-lug. The watch features a Sellita SW330-2 top-grade movement and 200m water resistance, with pricing around US$1,550 / €1,575. Some owners find the aluminum bezel less durable, and legibility on the white dial was initially a concern, though hand changes have been made. Opinions on Farer's market positioning vary, with some placing it at a luxury level and others at a more accessible tier. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer GMT BEZEL highly for its compelling blend of design, wearability, and utility 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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