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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsPhoibos Apollo

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Apollo200m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$460

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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.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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