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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsChristopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
43.7mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$1,375

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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 C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 for its COSC-certified accuracy and clean British-military aesthetic, with many highlighting its balanced wearability and cool, ultra-legible mid-century design. The gorgeous domed crystal and the MOD badge on the caseback are noted as charming details. Some owners find the 38mm case size potentially too small for larger wrists, while others question its claimed military heritage. The watch is powered by a Sellita SW200 COSC movement with a 38-hour power reserve and features Grade X1 Super-LumiNova on its matte black dial. Overall, the consensus is that the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 is highly regarded for its character and COSC-certified accuracy.

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