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Astor + Banks AB ClásicovsBorealis Watch Co. Porto Covo

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AB Clásico
Astor + BanksAB Clásico
MSRP $1,500
Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
AB Clásico40mm
Porto Covo40mm
Power Reserve
AB Clásico40h
Porto Covo40h
Water Resistance
AB Clásico50m
Porto Covo300m
MSRP
AB Clásico$1,500
Porto Covo$415

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 6497-1
Miyota 9039
Type
Manual
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,500
$415

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What people say

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Astor + Banks AB Clásico

The Astor + Banks Silver is praised for its nice finishing on the case and dial, with a nice texture on the dial. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively slim, making it comfortable to wear. A weakness of the watch is its lume, which could be a bit brighter.

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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