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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsFormex Field Automatic

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Field Automatic
FormexField Automatic
MSRP $881

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Field Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Field Automatic41h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Field Automatic150m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Field Automatic$881

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46.6mm
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Ash Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$881

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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.

Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

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