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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsHamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Intra-Matic Auto
MSRP $1,275

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto40mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto80h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto50m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto$1,275

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
11.6mm
10.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
H-10
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$1,275

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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.

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto for its thinness, perfect size, and vintage charm, with some preferring its contrasting tachymeter and larger subdials. One owner notes the rotor can be quite loud. The Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto is considered by some to be the best watch with a 2892 movement for the price. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto highly for its vintage charm and wearability at the price.

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