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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsPagani Design PD-1695

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
PD-1695
Pagani DesignPD-1695
MSRP $145

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
PD-169545mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
PD-169542h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
PD-1695300m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
PD-1695$145

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
45mm
Thickness
11.6mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$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.

Pagani Design PD-1695

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1695 for its appealing blue dial and wearability, with some finding it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest due to its lug placement. The 300m water resistance is noted as a functional benefit. However, some owners find the lume to be weak. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1695 highly for its attractive dial and perceived value as a placeholder for more expensive timepieces.

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