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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsBremont The Meta Kronos

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
The Meta Kronos40mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
The Meta Kronos40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
The Meta Kronos30m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
The Meta Kronos$3,145

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
11.6mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
300m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Steel
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$3,145

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What people say

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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.

Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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