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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsHamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,125

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto80h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto100m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto$1,125

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.6mm
11.85mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$1,125

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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 Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto features an 80-hour power reserve and hacking, with quick-set day and date functions. One owner noted aggressive rotor spin during hand-winding at certain angles, questioning if service was needed. A reviewer criticized the day display's proximity to the center pinion, suggesting a date-only function would have been preferable. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto offers practical complications and a substantial power reserve, though the day display's execution is a point of contention.

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