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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsGrand Seiko SBGZ011

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
SBGZ011
Grand SeikoSBGZ011
MSRP $84,000
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 SBGZ011

Grand Seiko SBGZ011 owners widely praise its in-person beauty and the finest Zaratsu polishing, noting that photos do not capture its artistry. Some owners find the framed logo and lettering detract from the dial's balance, and a few describe the watch as too flashy or "bling" for their taste, with one owner feeling its design deviates from Grand Seiko's ethos. The strap is also widely disliked. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ011 highly for its stunning Zaratsu polishing and unique, beautiful in-person presence, despite some finding it overly flashy.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
SBGZ01140mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
SBGZ01184h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
SBGZ01130m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
SBGZ011$84,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
9.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
45.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Titanium
Platinum
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
9R02
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$84,000
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