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Borealis Watch Co. SintravsPhoibos Reef Master

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Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650
Reef Master
PhoibosReef Master
MSRP $335

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sintra41.50mm
Reef Master42mm
Power Reserve
Sintra40h
Reef Master40h
Water Resistance
Sintra200m
Reef Master200m
MSRP
Sintra$650
Reef Master$335

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
41.50mm
42mm
Thickness
12.95mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
SII NH38

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$335

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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 Reef Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Reef Master for its exceptional value, highlighting its sapphire crystal, DLC coating, and extensive BGW9 lume. The watch is noted for its cool lume, with one owner finding it not bulky despite its robust build. The Shamrock Green dial and texture are highly praised, as is the comfortable bracelet with solid end links. However, the bezel action is described as rough, and the basic folding clasp is a disappointment. Accuracy is reported as excellent, with one owner seeing +-2 sec/day. Some find the 42mm size almost too big for their wrists, and the date window is considered too small. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Reef Master highly for its impressive feature set and value at its price point.

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