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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12.8mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
45.5mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$980

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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