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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsNorqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
NorqainIndependence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
MSRP $5,639

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold42mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold41h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold100m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold$5,639

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Skeleton
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
48.75mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Skeleton

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
NORQAIN NN08S
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Complications
None
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$5,639

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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.

Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

The Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold is praised for its unique, mountain-inspired skeletonized dial design, though its asymmetry may not be universally appealing. It features a COSC-certified automatic movement with a 62-hour power reserve. One review notes a 42mm black DLC case with mixed finishing, while another mentions a titanium case and rubber strap contributing to comfortable wear. The price is listed at $7,490 for a jade green DLC titanium version. Overall, reviewers highlight the distinctive dial and comfortable wearability as key strengths of the Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold.

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