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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsZelos GT

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
GT
ZelosGT
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
GT42mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
GT40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
GT100m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
GT$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.6mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
SS - Azzurro
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9133

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$499

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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.

Zelos GT

The Zelos GT is lauded for its value and bold design, with owners highlighting the cool power reserve meter and superb 3-point micro-adjust bracelet. Some owners find the case and lugs could hug the wrist better, and the bracelet is noted as being quite long, requiring significant link removal for a 7.1-inch wrist. The dark green dial, while inspired by Lamborghini, is described as appearing mostly black. Overall, owners rate the Zelos GT highly for its value and the quality of its bracelet at the price point.

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