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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsGalo Novo Cruisin

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Novo Cruisin
GaloNovo Cruisin
MSRP $488

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Novo Cruisin39mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Novo Cruisin42h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Novo Cruisin100m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Novo Cruisin$488

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46.5mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Layered applied sector dial with contrasting textured and lacquered finishes
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Cream
Texture
Layered sector dial
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$488

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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.

Galo Novo Cruisin

Owners widely praise the Galo Novo Cruisin's attractive specs and price, with many calling it a perfect summer watch and appreciating its clean, refreshing, and beautiful design. The bronze case variant features "killer lume" that glows blue-green and looks great in the sun, and the watch is comfortable enough for constant wear. However, owners are split on the 38mm/39mm sizing, with some finding it too small and others preferring sub-40mm cases. Significant frustration exists regarding Galo's communication, with owners citing rolling delays, a perceived lack of transparency, and misleading timelines, leading to a negative customer service impression and some considering order cancellations. One owner noted their crown does not screw in. Overall, owners rate the Galo Novo Cruisin highly for its aesthetic appeal and value, despite significant concerns about production communication and transparency.

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