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Oak & Oscar The AshlandvsBorealis Watch Co. Porto Covo

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The Ashland
Oak & OscarThe Ashland
MSRP $1,850
Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Ashland39.5mm
Porto Covo40mm
Power Reserve
The Ashland42 hoursh
Porto Covo40h
Water Resistance
The Ashland200m
Porto Covo300m
MSRP
The Ashland$1,850
Porto Covo$415

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12.4mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
42.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892A2
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
40h
Jewels
21
25
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$415

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What people say

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Oak & Oscar The Ashland

Owners widely appreciate Oak & Oscar The Ashland for its handsome design, symmetrical dial layout, and good timekeeping, with one owner reporting -4 seconds per day. Some pre-owned examples show minor marks on the lugs, bezel, and case, along with strap wear, consistent with normal use. On balance, owners value Oak & Oscar The Ashland for its attractive design and reliable performance.

Borealis Watch Co. Porto Covo

The Borealis Porto Covo is widely praised for its 39mm size and unique cantilevered indices that create a 3D effect and depth. Owners note the indices' floating appearance is a well-executed design. One owner reported poor accuracy and a terse customer service response, while another wished for a 42mm size option. The $395 price is considered reasonable for a microbrand, though some feel it does not compare favorably to AliExpress options. Overall, owners appreciate the Borealis Porto Covo for its distinctive dial design and wearable 39mm case size.

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