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Boldr Expedition IIvsGlycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT

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Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT
GlycineAirman Vintage The Chief GMT
MSRP $2,900

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT48h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT30m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT$2,900

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Tool
GMT
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
12.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
I Eiger
White
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
$2,900

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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 Vintage The Chief GMT

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical significance and homage to the 1953 original. However, one owner notes criticism regarding the main hour hand being a 12-hour hand on a 24-hour dial, which hinders its intended use and compromises the bezel's functionality, leading to a return. On balance, owners value the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical connection, though a functional critique exists regarding its hour hand implementation.

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