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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsZelos Starfighter Chronograph

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Starfighter Chronograph
ZelosStarfighter Chronograph
MSRP $1,799

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Starfighter Chronograph41mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Starfighter Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Starfighter Chronograph50m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Starfighter Chronograph$1,799

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
41mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Spitfire LE
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
ETA 2894 Élaboré

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$1,799

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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 Starfighter Chronograph

Owners find the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph appealing, with one noting the beauty of the Aventurine dial and another praising the blue dial and lumed subdials. One owner is selling the watch to acquire other chronographs. Overall, owners appreciate the aesthetic appeal of the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph, particularly its dial options and lumed subdials.

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