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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsCWC G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWCG10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $333

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch38mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch50m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch$333

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.6mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
18.5mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Acrylic
Dial Color
Black
CWC G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
ETA F06.461
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$333

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What people say

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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.

CWC G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch for its 36mm size and comfortable, "chunky" wearability, with one owner calling it their "perfect watch." The bead-blasted stainless steel case, fixed spring bars, and acrylic crystal that scratches but buffs out are noted features. Some enthusiasts point out the dial's "T" marking alongside Super-LumiNova as a detail difference from originals, and one owner found the reissue's crystal magnified the dial more. The 50m water resistance is considered sufficient for its field watch purpose. On balance, owners rate the CWC G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch highly for its comfortable wearability and distinct dial at its price point.

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