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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsDan Henry 1939

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
1939
Dan Henry1939
MSRP $290

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
193941mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
193940h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
1939
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
1939$290

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
12.8mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
49.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Standard
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$290

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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.

Dan Henry 1939

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1939 for its striking, art-like design, detailed multi-layered dial with glossy black background and gold raised markers, and the solid clicking feel of its chronograph buttons. The gorgeous domed crystal and smooth chrono sweep back are also noted positives, contributing to a feeling of sturdiness and exceptional value at $220. Some owners express disappointment it uses a quartz movement, and one owner found it surprisingly heavy. After two years of daily wear, the watch has sustained abuse with only minor bezel nicks and barely visible scratches on the glass, while its chronograph pushers retain an audible click. On balance, owners rate the Dan Henry 1939 highly for its detailed design and exceptional value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing and classic aesthetic are consistently praised. The lack of lume is a significant drawback for legibility in low light.

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