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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsGrand Seiko SBGA481

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
SBGA48144.5mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
SBGA48172h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
SBGA481200m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
SBGA481$11,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
44.5mm
Thickness
12.8mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$11,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA481

Grand Seiko SBGA481 owners praise its light titanium case and sharp finishing, with one owner reporting it runs perfectly. Reviewers describe the SBGA481 as an unapologetically Grand Seiko creation with a unique hour hand and a "geeky, techy vibe" that some find daring. On balance, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SBGA481 is a fun and daring watch that showcases the brand's distinctive design language.

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