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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsVenezianico Nereide GMT 39

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
Nereide GMT 39
VenezianicoNereide GMT 39
MSRP $1,150

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Nereide GMT 3939mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Nereide GMT 3940h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Nereide GMT 39100m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Nereide GMT 39$1,150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.6mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$1,150

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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.

Venezianico Nereide GMT 39

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide GMT for its attractive, unique design featuring a tungsten bezel and blue MOP dial, and its good build quality for the price. One owner notes it keeps great time and looks beautiful, while another highlights the Miyota 9039 movement contributes to a thin profile. However, some owners express disappointment with the bracelet's split pins and the absence of a standard half link for optimal fit. On balance, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide GMT highly for its distinctive aesthetic and value proposition.

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