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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsBoldr Field Medic

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Field Medic
BoldrField Medic
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Field Medic38mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Field Medic40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Field Medic200m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Field Medic$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.6mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko VK64
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$299

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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.

Boldr Field Medic

Owners widely praise the Boldr Field Medic for its lightweight titanium case, robust build, and functional pulsometer, often highlighting its value and suitability for medical professionals. The watch is described as a solid tool watch with a crisp finish, 200m water resistance, and sapphire crystal, with some owners finding it a versatile and well-built piece that rivals more established brands. The lume is noted as visually striking but not long-lasting, and the pulsometer is seen by some as a unique decorative element or occasionally handy tool. Some owners find the watch wears small, and a few prefer a continuously running seconds hand over the pulsometer's timer function. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Field Medic highly for its practical design and robust construction at its price point.

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