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Borealis Watch Co. SintravsOak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

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Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650
The Olmsted Matte
Oak & OscarThe Olmsted Matte
MSRP $1,775

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sintra41.50mm
The Olmsted Matte38mm
Power Reserve
Sintra40h
The Olmsted Matte42h
Water Resistance
Sintra200m
The Olmsted Matte100m
MSRP
Sintra$650
The Olmsted Matte$1,775

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
41.50mm
38mm
Thickness
12.95mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
44.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (matte ceramic coated)
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Sellita SW300
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,775

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Sintra

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra owners widely praise its well-executed design, featuring applied indices and a shimmering blue dial that some prefer over more expensive alternatives. The timepiece is noted for excellent build quality and high-end specifications for its price, including a Miyota 90S5 movement and a premium bracelet. One owner did not purchase due to its size not being 39mm or less, while the 90xx movements are considered reliable and accurate, though some find them noisy. On balance, owners rate the Borealis Watch Co. Sintra highly for its impressive design and build quality at its price point.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte is praised for its stealthy, modern field watch aesthetic, featuring a durable ceramic-coated steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its comfortable 38mm dimensions and 100m water resistance. The watch offers exceptional value at $1,475, including two straps and a travel wallet, with a modified ETA 2892-A2 movement. One reviewer notes the ceramic coating may develop patina with heavy wear. Overall, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte highly for its stealthy design and value proposition.

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