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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsKUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
ROYAL SMITH 90-012
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-012

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
ROYAL SMITH 90-01237mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
ROYAL SMITH 90-01245h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
ROYAL SMITH 90-01250m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
ROYAL SMITH 90-012

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
12.8mm
14.3mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Navy
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
TMI NE86A
Power Reserve
40h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449

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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.

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012

Owners widely praise the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012 for its elegant 37mm size and symmetrical bicompax layout, with the silver dial described as "insane" and highly readable. The chronograph pushers are noted for their crisp action and satisfying reset. However, reviewers flag the 14.3mm thickness as chunky for the case size, and one owner finds the date window difficult to read due to its small size and deep setting. The TMI NE86A movement offers a 45-hour power reserve and accuracy between +25 and -15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012 highly for its retro charm and attractive dial options at its price point.

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