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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsStudio Underd0g Watermelon (Gen3)

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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.

Studio Underd0g Watermelon (Gen3)

Owners widely praise the Studio Underd0g Watermelon (Gen3) for its fun, entrepreneurial, and affordable nature, with a design described as "Bauhaus meets Bugs Bunny." However, some find its colors a love-it-or-hate-it feature and others perceive the overall quality and finishing as a tier below comparable watches. Accuracy figures are not specified, but one owner found the watch too thick for their taste. The chronograph function has been noted as potentially sticky or jumpy. On balance, owners are divided on the Studio Underd0g Watermelon (Gen3), with opinions split between its unique design and perceived value for money.

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Watermelon (Gen3)38.5mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore
Watermelon (Gen3)40h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Watermelon (Gen3)
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Watermelon (Gen3)$550

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
38.5mm
Thickness
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and Polished
Water Resistance
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inside
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$550
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