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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsSternglas Naos XL Automatik

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Naos XL Automatik
SternglasNaos XL Automatik
MSRP $463

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Naos XL Automatik42mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Naos XL Automatik
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Naos XL Automatik50m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Naos XL Automatik$463

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
BGW9
Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$463

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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.

Sternglas Naos XL Automatik

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik as an amazing and best affordable automatic Bauhaus watch for its price. However, some owners find the 42mm case size too large, with one describing it as resembling a "flying saucer" on a 7.25-inch wrist, and another noting its unsuitability for a predominantly white dial. The Miyota movement is described as just okay. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik highly for its value proposition as an affordable Bauhaus automatic.

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