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Boldr Expedition IIvsPinion Pure Steel

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

Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Pure Steel
PinionPure Steel
MSRP $1,715

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Pure Steel38mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Pure Steel45h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Pure Steel100m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Pure Steel$1,715

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
I Eiger
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW261-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
38h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$1,715

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Pinion Pure Steel

Owners widely praise the Pinion Pure Steel's balanced 38mm case size and 44mm lug-to-lug, fitting most wrists well. The dial is described as clear and essential, though reviewers note the lack of a minute track makes precise minute setting difficult. Accuracy is regulated in-house to +/- 5 to +/- 15 seconds per day. Some commenters found the white straps on featured watches to look "horrible." Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Pinion Pure Steel for its well-proportioned case and essential dial design.

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