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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsOrient Esteem II

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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.

Orient Esteem II

Owners widely praise the Orient Esteem II for its surprising quality relative to its price point, with many finding it a beautiful and nice-looking watch. One owner specifically highlights its lightweight feel, good performance, and decent price, though notes the dial is silver, not white as anticipated. Overall, owners rate the Orient Esteem II highly for its impressive value and attractive aesthetics.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Esteem II41mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore
Esteem II40h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Esteem II50m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Esteem II$285

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
NH35
FT622
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$285
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