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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsSternglas Naos XL

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Naos XL
SternglasNaos XL
MSRP $237

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Naos XL42mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Naos XL
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Naos XL50m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Naos XL$237

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
6.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
47mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Miyota 9U15
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$237

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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.

Sternglas Naos XL

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos XL for its versatile Bauhaus design, domed sapphire crystal, and value, with some finding its larger size comfortable and refined for its price. However, opinions are split on its aesthetic appeal, with one owner finding the hands and face underwhelming, while others appreciate the minimalistic dial. The date font is noted as too small to be useful by one owner, and the stock strap is generally considered basic or prone to wear. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting a Miyota movement running fast and another noting +13 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos XL highly for its Bauhaus aesthetics and affordability, despite some reservations about the movement and strap.

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