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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsPagani Design PD-YS029

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
PD-YS029
Pagani DesignPD-YS029
MSRP $171

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
PD-YS02942mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
PD-YS02940h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
PD-YS029100m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
PD-YS029$171

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
26.2mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$171

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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.

Pagani Design PD-YS029

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-YS029's attractive design and bracelet. However, the 42mm case size is frequently cited as too large, particularly with the integrated bracelet, and some owners dislike the prominent dial text. Some owners also express a desire for AR coating on the crystal. On balance, owners value the Pagani Design PD-YS029 for its aesthetics and bracelet, but the 42mm sizing presents a significant drawback for many.

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