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Borealis Watch Co. SintravsPhoibos Apollo

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Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sintra41.50mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
Sintra40h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
Sintra200m
Apollo200m
MSRP
Sintra$650
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
41.50mm
39mm
Thickness
12.95mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$460

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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.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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