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Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Thickness
12.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
38mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Bronze
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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