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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsGrand Seiko SBGX355

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
SBGX355
Grand SeikoSBGX355
MSRP $4,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
SBGX35537mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
SBGX35540h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
SBGX355100m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
SBGX355$4,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
12.8mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
44.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
9F62
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$4,100

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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 SBGX355

The Grand Seiko SBGX355 is widely praised for its beautiful dial, excellent finishing, and perfect 37mm size. Owners report unparalleled accuracy from the 9F62 quartz movement, rated to within 10 seconds per year. The high-intensity titanium case and 100m water resistance are noted features. Some consider the SBGX355 a "baby Snowflake" and a more accessible alternative to other models. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGX355 highly for its iconic Snowflake dial and exceptional quartz accuracy in a wearable 37mm case.

From video reviewers

The titanium case finishing is a significant strength. The deployant clasp is noted as prone to rattle. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size for everyday wear.

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