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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsNivada Grenchen Depthmaster

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
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.

Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster

Owners widely report terrific build quality and a feel similar to the 1960s original, with some appreciating its reasonable lug-to-lug and better-than-expected appearance in person. The compact 39mm case is praised for its wearability, especially on smaller wrists, and offers impressive 1,000m water resistance. However, the Soprod P024 movement's 38-hour power reserve is a point of criticism, as is a bezel that can be difficult to grip and weak lume. Some owners find the watch wears on the smaller side, and the date complication is seen by one owner as detracting from the design. The "Pacman" variant is noted as polarizing, with one owner questioning their purchase, while the "Ghost Purple" variant's 30 and 45 numerals are described as having a rushed aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster highly for its faithful reissue, impressive water resistance, and comfortable wearability at a competitive price.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Depthmaster39mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Depthmaster38h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Depthmaster1,000m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Depthmaster$1,050

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.8mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
39mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
1000m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NH35
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Complications
None
GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$1,050
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