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Boldr Expedition IIvsGlycine Airman No. 1 GMT

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Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Airman No. 1 GMT
GlycineAirman No. 1 GMT
MSRP $2,800

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Airman No. 1 GMT36mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Airman No. 1 GMT48h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Airman No. 1 GMT30m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Airman No. 1 GMT$2,800

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
GMT
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
14mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
I Eiger
Silver
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Luminous

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
SW330-2
Power Reserve
38h
48h
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$2,800

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What people say

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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.

Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical significance and attractive dial. However, some find the 36mm case size to be a bit small, and the GMT hand can be difficult to distinguish from the minute hand. The watch has a very limited 3ATM water resistance. Later versions feature sapphire crystals, differing from earlier plexi models. Overall, owners value the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical appeal and dial design, despite minor legibility and sizing concerns.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial colors are praised. The value proposition is tied to a sale price, with questions about long-term competitiveness.

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