Side by side

Boldr Expedition IIvsOrient Bambino Solar Quartz

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

Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699
Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Expedition II41mm
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
Power Reserve
Expedition II38h
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Expedition II200m
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
MSRP
Expedition II$699
Bambino Solar Quartz$265

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38.4mm
Thickness
14mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
I Eiger
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
VS213
Type
Automatic
Solar
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$265

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Boldr Expedition II vs Orient Bambino Solar Quartz gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

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.

Orient Bambino Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz for its nice finishing and value, with one owner noting it was worth the $220 spent. However, reviewers consistently flag the mineral crystal as a significant drawback, prone to scratches and abrasions. One owner reports the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz wears thinner due to its lighter movement and less robust construction. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz highly for its finishing and value, despite the mineral crystal's susceptibility to scratches.

Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.