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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsVaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
12.8mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
43mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
40mm Solar
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$349

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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.

Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

The Vaer Tactical Field is praised for its robust build, 100m water resistance, and a domed sapphire crystal with AR coating. Owners consistently highlight its exceptional, long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova lume and thin profile that wears well without snagging on sleeves. Some owners note the second hand may occasionally miss indicators due to hand-assembly, but consider it a minor issue for a watch that keeps perfect time. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price.

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