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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsHamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Air Race Auto
MSRP $845

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto38mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto80h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto50m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto$845

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Thickness
12.8mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
H-10
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$845

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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.

Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto for its legibility and practicality, with some appreciating its countdown bezel and GMT pointer. However, opinions on its design are split, with some calling it a "Frankenstein" and disliking the skeleton hands, while others find the hands suitable for a pilot watch. One owner notes the lume is underwhelming and the 44mm size may be too large for some wrists. The original strap is also described as uncomfortable and prone to water stains. On balance, owners value the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto for its legibility and practical features, despite a polarizing design and some comfort concerns.

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