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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent AutomaticvsBorealis Watch Co. Porto Covo

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Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic
MSRP $350
Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic43mm
Porto Covo40mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic40h
Porto Covo40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic50m
Porto Covo300m
MSRP
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic$350
Porto Covo$415

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
NEWTON
Black
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$350
$415

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What people say

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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic for its unique style and good quality for its price point, with specific appreciation for its thin bezel, pusher style, dial colors, and WW2 references. Some owners note the 43.5mm size may be large for smaller wrists, and a few report that the chronograph buttons can stick. Overall, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic highly for its distinctive design and value at its price point.

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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