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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsBorealis Watch Co. Porto Covo

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Porto Covo40mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Porto Covo40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Porto Covo300m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Porto Covo$415

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
42.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
BGW9

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$415

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What people say

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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered

The satin-finished steel case is well-executed and aesthetically pleasing. The watch's lumières de nuit are not particularly bright, which might be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the watch's originality, with one reviewer finding it pleasing in-person and another describing it as decidedly derivative.

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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