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Boldr Expedition EnigmathvsTissot Ballade

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Expedition Enigmath
BoldrExpedition Enigmath
MSRP $599
Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $400

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition Enigmath41mm
Ballade40mm
Power Reserve
Expedition Enigmath42h
Ballade40h
Water Resistance
Expedition Enigmath200m
Ballade100m
MSRP
Expedition Enigmath$599
Ballade$400

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
8.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
40mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Enigmath Coconino
Blue
Indices
Applied
Indexes
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039,
11 1/2'''
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$400

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What people say

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Boldr Expedition Enigmath

The watch's slide rule function is a convenient feature, allowing for calculations on the go. One potential drawback is the use of the Japanese Miyota 9039 movement, which may be a trade-off for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on whether the quick 'on the fly' adjust bracelet is a more significant advantage than the watch's sapphire crystal for durability and scratch resistance.

Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its exceptional value, immaculate quality, and impressive execution, particularly highlighting its detailed dial finishing, fluted bezel, and comfortable wearability. Reviewers consistently flag the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement with an 80-hour power reserve and silicon balance spring as significant strengths, contributing to its appeal as an accessible "nice watch." The 39mm size is favored by some for its wearability, and the Jubilee-style bracelet receives positive mentions for its solid construction, though its clasp features are noted as lacking premium elements. One owner found the watch mesmerizing, comparing its dial and bezel to tributes of other luxury watches. A specific concern raised by one owner was disappointment that their Ballade model was quartz, expressing a strong desire for an automatic version.

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