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Boldr Expedition IIvsHamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Air Race Auto
MSRP $845

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto38mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto80h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto50m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto$845

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Pilot
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
H-10
Power Reserve
38h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$845

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto for its legibility and practicality, with some appreciating its countdown bezel and GMT pointer. However, opinions on its design are split, with some calling it a "Frankenstein" and disliking the skeleton hands, while others find the hands suitable for a pilot watch. One owner notes the lume is underwhelming and the 44mm size may be too large for some wrists. The original strap is also described as uncomfortable and prone to water stains. On balance, owners value the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto for its legibility and practical features, despite a polarizing design and some comfort concerns.

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