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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsIslander Islander Greenport 39mm Dive Watch with Black and White Dial #ISL-300

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Islander Greenport 39mm Dive Watch with Black and White Dial #ISL-300
IslanderIslander Greenport 39mm Dive Watch with Black and White Dial #ISL-300
MSRP $399

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Islander Greenport 39mm Dive Watch with Black and White Dial #ISL-30039mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Islander Greenport 39mm Dive Watch with Black and White Dial #ISL-300
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Islander Greenport 39mm Dive Watch with Black and White Dial #ISL-300200m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Islander Greenport 39mm Dive Watch with Black and White Dial #ISL-300$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.6mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Screw-down

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 8205
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$399

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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.

Islander Greenport 39mm Dive Watch with Black and White Dial #ISL-300

The Islander Greenport 39mm Dive Watch with Black and White Dial #ISL-300 is praised for its 39mm size and comfortable fit, with its bi-directional dual time bezel noted as a useful feature for tracking different time zones. Owners appreciate the lumed ceramic bezel and the slightly domed sapphire crystal. One owner specifically highlights the dial layout as a strong positive. The screw-down crown is also mentioned as a nice touch. On balance, owners rate the Islander Greenport 39mm Dive Watch with Black and White Dial #ISL-300 highly for its wearability and functional bezel.

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