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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsSeiko King Seiko KSK

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
King Seiko KSK
SeikoKing Seiko KSK
MSRP $1,900

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
King Seiko KSK36.1mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
King Seiko KSK72h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
King Seiko KSK100m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
King Seiko KSK$1,900

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
36.1mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
6R51
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$1,900

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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.

Seiko King Seiko KSK

The King Seiko KSK is widely praised for its refined finishing, with owners and reviewers noting its sharp case, faceted lugs, and well-executed dial indices, often comparing its polishing favorably to Grand Seiko. Enthusiasts appreciate its slim, retro design, with some stating it wears smaller than its official size due to the cushion case and close-to-the-wrist feel. The use of the slimline Calibre 6L35 movement is seen as an upgrade, maintaining the watch's slender profile, though some owners express concern over the price point and the perceived value of the movement. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +5 to +7 seconds per day, while another notes +15/-10 seconds per day. Some owners have noted minor quality control issues such as misaligned screws or a burr on a hand. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the King Seiko KSK highly for its exceptional case and dial finishing at its price point.

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