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Boldr Expedition IIvsSternglas Hamburg Chrono

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Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Hamburg Chrono
SternglasHamburg Chrono
MSRP $377

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Hamburg Chrono42mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Hamburg Chrono
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Hamburg Chrono50m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Hamburg Chrono$377

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
9.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko TMI VK64 Mecha-Quartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
38h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$377

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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.

Sternglas Hamburg Chrono

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Hamburg Chrono for its visually pleasing design, comfortable lightweight wear, and excellent timekeeping, with specific appreciation for details like the orange date window frame and overall value for the price. Some community members find the Regatta design busy and question the VK64 movement's lack of a running second hand, though others defend its unique, colorful aesthetic. One commenter notes the significant margin between manufacturing cost and retail price. On balance, owners rate the Sternglas Hamburg Chrono highly for its design details and value at its price point.

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