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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsDan Henry 1962

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
1962
Dan Henry1962
MSRP $280

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
196239mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
196240h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
1962
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
1962$280

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.6mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
45.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$280

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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.

Dan Henry 1962

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1962 for its legibility and attractive panda dial, noting its value under $300. However, some find its quartz chronograph functionality limited. One owner reports strap fitting difficulties due to tight tolerances and poor lume that fades quickly, with glowing sub-dial hands hindering legibility. Another owner describes black hands on black sub-dials as an issue for visibility. On balance, owners rate the Dan Henry 1962 highly for its attractive panda dial and value, despite some concerns about its quartz chronograph functionality and legibility.

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