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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsOrient Symphony III

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Symphony III
OrientSymphony III
MSRP $240

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Symphony III41.6mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Symphony III40h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Symphony III50m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Symphony III$240

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
41.6mm
Thickness
12.8mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
F6722
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$240

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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.

Orient Symphony III

Owners widely praise the Orient Symphony III for its exceptional value, noting its sub-$150 price tag belies a polished case and classic design with modern overtones that make it appear more expensive. The dial is described as simple, elegant, and effective, and the time-setting action is smooth. However, the included bracelet is flagged as flimsy and squeaky, prompting recommendations for aftermarket straps. Accuracy is a point of concern for some, with one owner reporting sporadic timekeeping ranging from +10 seconds per day to as much as 83 seconds over 48 hours. Overall, owners rate the Orient Symphony III highly for its impressive value and elegant design, despite the noted bracelet and accuracy issues.

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