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Boldr SafarivsTimefactors PRS-35

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Safari
BoldrSafari
MSRP $449
PRS-35
TimefactorsPRS-35
MSRP $530
What people say

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Boldr Safari

Owners widely praise the Boldr Safari for its attractive dials, robust build with 200 meters of water resistance, and reliable Seiko movements. The California dial design is a frequent highlight, as is the strong lume. Some owners note the GMT variant offers full GMT functionality, while others point out the movement's date-only nature on certain models leads to a vestigial crown position. The animal artwork on the display caseback is a point of contention, with some finding it detracts from the view of the movement. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Safari highly for its value and distinctive design elements.

Timefactors PRS-35

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS for its excellent value and build quality, often comparing it favorably to watches costing significantly more. The watch is celebrated as a well-executed homage to classic designs, capturing the essence of vintage pieces without being a direct copy. Its machining and design are frequently highlighted as strengths, making it a satisfying daily wear. One owner notes that the shiny hands can sometimes blend into the black dial, impacting legibility, and another mentions that the lume fades faster than on some diver watches. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors PRS highly for its vintage aesthetic and robust construction at an accessible price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Safari40mm
PRS-3538mm
Power Reserve
Safari40h
PRS-35
Water Resistance
Safari200m
PRS-3550m
MSRP
Safari$449
PRS-35$530

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Silver Fox
Brushed silver
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NH38
Peseux 7040
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$530
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