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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsChristopher Ward C1 Moonphase 40

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
C1 Moonphase 40
Christopher WardC1 Moonphase 40
MSRP $3,050

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
C1 Moonphase 4047.9mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
C1 Moonphase 4038h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
C1 Moonphase 4030m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
C1 Moonphase 40$3,050

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
38mm
47.9mm
Thickness
12.8mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
47.9mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Blue
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN X1 WL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
SW220
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
Moonphase, Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$3,050

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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.

Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 40

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 40 for its captivating aventurine dial and photorealistic, luminescent moon, with many receiving compliments and finding it a stylish, lightweight, and comfortable daily wear. The in-house Calibre JJ04 module's 128-year moon tracking is a notable feature. However, multiple owners find the lack of dial indices and bezel markings, along with unlumed hands, makes precise time-telling difficult, with some describing it as more of a jewelry piece than a functional timepiece. One owner experienced a movement issue requiring warranty repair within the first year, and another noted frustration with customer service. The 40.5mm case size is considered sporty by some, and the design is described as "shouty" by a few. On balance, owners highly rate the Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 40 for its stunning moonphase display and aesthetic appeal at its price point, despite legibility concerns.

From video reviewers

The aventurine dial and Globolight lume are praised for their realistic starry night effect. The 3 ATM water resistance is a significant limitation.

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