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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Presage Cocktail Time
SeikoPresage Cocktail Time
MSRP $575
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.

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time is widely praised for its stunning dials and exceptional value, with owners noting it competes with watches costing significantly more. One owner specifically commends the green Mockingbird variant's dial, indices, hands, and crown. However, potential legibility issues due to dial patterns and hands, the use of Hardlex crystal instead of sapphire, and strap/bracelet sizing concerns are noted criticisms. The case on some variants is described as big, round, and somewhat uninspired. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its dial artistry and value proposition.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Presage Cocktail Time30.3mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Presage Cocktail Time40h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Presage Cocktail Time50m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Presage Cocktail Time$575

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
30.3mm
Thickness
12.8mm
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
37mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
2R05
Jewels
25
21

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$575
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