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Boldr Expedition IIvsSternglas Naos Solar

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Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Naos Solar
SternglasNaos Solar
MSRP $323

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Naos Solar38mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Naos Solar
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Naos Solar50m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Naos Solar$323

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
42mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
I Eiger
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Luminova Punkten

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko VJ76
Type
Automatic
Solar
Power Reserve
38h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$323

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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 Naos Solar

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos Solar for its elegant Bauhaus-inspired minimalist dial, slim profile, and value for money. The scratch-resistant curved sapphire crystal and functional date mechanism are noted as durable features, with one owner reporting good wear over a year. The solar power and accuracy are highlighted as practical advantages over automatic movements, which some find loud. However, opinions are split, with some owners finding the watch underwhelming and cheap-looking, like a toy, while others love its appearance in person and its clean, appealing design as a smartwatch alternative. The stock leather strap is described as decent but basic and potentially short for larger wrists, with one owner advising a third-party replacement for durability. One owner of a different variant noted the date font is too small to be useful.

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