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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsSeiko DressKX

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
DressKX
SeikoDressKX
MSRP $315

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
DressKX40mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
DressKX41h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
DressKX100m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
DressKX$315

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
44.6mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
4R36
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$315

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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.

Seiko DressKX

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series is widely praised as a gateway mechanical watch offering exceptional value and iconic status, with owners appreciating its ruggedness, tool-like authenticity, and moddability. Many owners report the 4R36/NH36 movement achieves accuracy of +/-5 to 10 seconds per day, far exceeding its stated specifications, and the stock Jubilee bracelet is noted as surprisingly comfortable. Some owners find the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series bulky and less aesthetically pleasing than newer models, with others noting its specifications lag behind contemporary watches. The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series is considered a decent watch, especially when found under £200, but it's not the serious tool watch the original SKX was, lacking a screw-down crown, bezel pip, and ISO rating. Overall, owners rate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series highly for its iconic dive watch lineage and excellent value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The clean dial and versatile dressy look are praised. The overall thickness and handset are points of contention.

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