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Sternglas BerlinvsBorealis Watch Co. Porto Covo

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Berlin
SternglasBerlin
MSRP $258
Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin38mm
Porto Covo40mm
Power Reserve
Berlin
Porto Covo40h
Water Resistance
Berlin50m
Porto Covo300m
MSRP
Berlin$258
Porto Covo$415

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
8mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
42.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota GM02
Miyota 9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$258
$415

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What people say

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Sternglas Berlin

The Sternglas Berlin is praised for its stylish Art Deco-inspired design and slim 38mm case, offering good value at $270 for newcomers to watches. One reviewer notes the Miyota GM02 quartz movement is accurate to ±20 seconds per month, but flags the included leather strap as squeaky and suggests an alternative. Overall, owners find the Sternglas Berlin a satisfying purchase for its aesthetic and price point.

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.

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