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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsZelos Comet 39

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.8mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
39mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Tantalum LE
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$2,499

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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.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

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