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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsStraton Vintage Driver Chrono watch

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Vintage Driver Chrono watch
StratonVintage Driver Chrono watch
MSRP $399

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Vintage Driver Chrono watch44mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Vintage Driver Chrono watch
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Vintage Driver Chrono watch100m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Vintage Driver Chrono watch$399

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
44mm
Thickness
11.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
VK63
Type
Automatic
Quartz
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.

Straton Vintage Driver Chrono watch

Owners praise the Straton Vintage Driver Chrono watch for its solid build quality and precise chronograph function, with indicators consistently hitting their indices. On balance, owners rate the Straton Vintage Driver Chrono watch highly for its solid build and reliable chronograph execution.

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