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Boldr Expedition EnigmathvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Expedition Enigmath
BoldrExpedition Enigmath
MSRP $599
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition Enigmath41mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Expedition Enigmath42h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Expedition Enigmath200m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Expedition Enigmath$599
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
12.8mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Enigmath Coconino
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039,
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$679

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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.

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto for its classic aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and well-executed 120-click bezel with minimal back play. Reviewers highlight the anodized aluminum bezel insert, lyre lugs, sword hands, and gold accents on the blue sunburst dial as contributing to its old-school charm, making it a great companion for desk diving with comfortable strap options and quick-release spring bars. One owner specifically noted satisfaction with the 42mm variant's premium steel bracelet featuring a tool-less micro-adjust clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto highly for its classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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