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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsPagani Design PD-1788 GMT NH34

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
PD-1788 GMT NH34
Pagani DesignPD-1788 GMT NH34
MSRP $196

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
PD-1788 GMT NH3440mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
PD-1788 GMT NH3442h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
PD-1788 GMT NH34100m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
PD-1788 GMT NH34$196

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
11.6mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
NH34
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$196

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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-1788 GMT NH34

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1788 GMT NH34 for its good size and attractive design, with some noting it appears to be a quality step up for the brand. However, opinions are split on its value and aesthetic execution; some owners love it and find it cool, while others consider it a poor copy, too expensive, and note issues like faded dial print and a bracelet that looks bad on certain variants. One owner found their unit arrived DOA, and another suggests regulating the NH34 movement for reliability. Overall, owners are divided on the Pagani Design PD-1788 GMT NH34, with strong opinions ranging from love for its design and perceived quality to criticism of its execution and price point.

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