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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsGrand Seiko SBGJ259

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
SBGJ259
Grand SeikoSBGJ259
MSRP $7,700

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
SBGJ25940mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
SBGJ25955h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
SBGJ259100m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
SBGJ259$7,700

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
9S86
Power Reserve
40h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$7,700

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGJ259

The Grand Seiko SBGJ259 "Urban Bamboo" is admired for its striking green dial, though one owner notes its color appears more yellow in person than in promotional photos. It is considered a dressier piece compared to other models. On balance, owners appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGJ259 for its unique dial color and dressy aesthetic.

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