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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
38.5mm
Thickness
12.8mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Titanium
Platinum
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
9R02
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449

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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 SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

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