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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsChristopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
The Twelve Midnight38h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
The Twelve Midnight100m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
The Twelve Midnight$1,210

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
38mm
43.3mm
Thickness
12.8mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
43.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
23.3mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
SW200
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$1,210

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What people say

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BOLDR x Nitecore

BOLDR x Nitecore is widely praised for its lightweight 38mm PVD titanium case, excellent legibility, and perfect sizing. Owners and reviewers highlight the unique, topographical map-inspired dial offering fantastic depth, complemented by color-matched Old-Radium C3 lume and subtle branding. The watch is described as durable and powerfully lumed, with the included Nitecore TIKI torch capable of boosting its glow. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the BOLDR x Nitecore highly for its exceptional lume and distinctive dial design at its price point.

Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

Owners and reviewers widely praise Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight for its excellent value, with particular commendation for its case and bracelet finishing, dial texture, and lume. Some owners note the dial is silver rather than white, and a few find the bracelet links have sharp edges and the clasp lacks micro-adjustment. The watch is noted for its thin case, offering exceptional wrist comfort. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight highly for its impressive finishing and comfort at the price point.

From video reviewers

The black lacquer dial's quality and premium feel are consistently praised. Reviewers express reservations about the watch's value or execution. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's objective merits translate to personal appeal.

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