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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsFortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Flieger F-43 Bicompax
FortisFlieger F-43 Bicompax
MSRP $4,180

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Flieger F-43 Bicompax43mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Flieger F-43 Bicompax58h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Flieger F-43 Bicompax200m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Flieger F-43 Bicompax$4,180

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
43mm
Thickness
12.8mm
14.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Sellita SW510 BH a
Power Reserve
40h
58h
Jewels
25
27

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$4,180

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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.

Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax

Owners widely praise the Fortis Original for its tool-watch aesthetic, legibility, and robust construction, with many noting excellent lume that lasts all night and precise day/date changes at midnight. The brushed stainless steel case is well-finished, and the 38mm size is considered comfortable and well-weighted despite being smaller than modern watches. Accuracy figures range from +2 seconds/day to +8 seconds/day, and some owners compare Fortis quality favorably to Omega. However, some users find the MSRP too high compared to brands like Sinn and Damasko, and one owner reported internal parts dislodging from a limited edition model. Concerns have also been raised about stripped lug screws on B-42 models and potential parts shortages due to past bankruptcy protection filings. Overall, owners rate the Fortis Original highly for its durable construction and tool-watch functionality at a competitive price point.

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