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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsSeiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies)

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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 Essentials Quartz (Ladies)

Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) for its attractive, Grand Seiko-inspired case design and comfortable, lightweight wearability. Some owners highlight its value, noting an attractive grey market price around $170. Concerns have been raised regarding timekeeping accuracy, and one owner suggested the stock Hardlex crystal could be improved with sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at an affordable price.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)29.8mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)100m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)$240

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
29.8mm
Thickness
12.8mm
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
37mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Material
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko 6N22
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$240
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