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Boldr Five-in-a-RowvsTimefactors Trans-Global

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Five-in-a-Row
BoldrFive-in-a-Row
MSRP $399
Trans-Global
TimefactorsTrans-Global
MSRP $490
What people say

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Boldr Five-in-a-Row

Owners widely praise Boldr's lightweight titanium cases, value, and suitability for outdoor or adventure use. The 38mm size is considered perfect by some, and the topographical dial on one variant offers fantastic depth with well-matched Old-Radium C3 lume. However, some owners report issues with customer service and perceived poor quality for the price, while others find the 14mm thickness chunky and the dial cluttered, impacting legibility. Accuracy averages around +15 seconds per day, though specific complications like a pulsometer and respiration timer are noted as accurate and useful on one variant. Overall, owners rate Boldr highly for its lightweight, functional design and value, despite some concerns about build quality and legibility.

Timefactors Trans-Global

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Trans-Global for its stunning aventurine dial and comfortable beads-of-rice bracelet, with one owner finding it superior to premium brands. The 38mm fully polished case and vintage aesthetic are also highlighted as strengths, contributing to good value at £370. Some owners note the Miyota 9039 movement's accuracy varies, with one reporting +12 seconds per day, while others suggest a "ghost movement" of hands during setting is normal. There is a desire among some for a smaller, more period-correct 34-36mm case size. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors Trans-Global highly for its striking dial and comfortable bracelet at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Five-in-a-Row38mm
Trans-Global38mm
Power Reserve
Five-in-a-Row40h
Trans-Global
Water Resistance
Five-in-a-Row200m
Trans-Global100m
MSRP
Five-in-a-Row$399
Trans-Global$490

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Thickness
12.8mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46.75mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Five In A Row I
Aventurine
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH35
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$490
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