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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsVaer Atlas

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Atlas
VaerAtlas
MSRP $699

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Atlas38mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Atlas100m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Atlas$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Cream
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$699

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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.

Vaer Atlas

The Vaer Atlas is widely praised as a versatile everyday watch, with its 100m water resistance and screw-down crown noted as key strengths. Owners appreciate the inclusion of both rubber and nylon straps. One owner found the orange dial color not precisely as expected. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Vaer Atlas a great value for its robust features and everyday wearability.

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