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Borealis Watch Co. SintravsSinn U18

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Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650
U18
SinnU18
MSRP $3,488
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.

Sinn U18

The Sinn U18 is praised for its unique deep blue/green dial with three-dimensional oxygen bubbles that change with light, and its comfortable, easily adjustable bracelet. Owners find the watch stunning and a piece of history, appreciating the refined hands. The Sinn U18 features a 44mm, 15.5mm thick case made from German submarine steel, offering a 2000-meter dive specification and Sinn's Ar-Dehumidifying technology, powered by a Sellita SW300-1 movement. The case thickness is apparent, and the watch comes as a complete set with box and papers for $3,000-$3,680. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sinn U18 highly for its striking dial and robust build.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sintra41.50mm
U1844mm
Power Reserve
Sintra40h
U1842h
Water Resistance
Sintra200m
U182,000m
MSRP
Sintra$650
U18$3,488

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
41.50mm
44mm
Thickness
12.95mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
high-strength
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
2000m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$3,488
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