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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsSternglas Merion

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Merion41mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Merion41h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Merion200m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Merion$701

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.6mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
BGW9
Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko TMI NH35
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$701

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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.

Sternglas Merion

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.

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