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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsPraesidus Desert Field

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
Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Desert Field34mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Desert Field40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Desert Field50m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Desert Field$195

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
34mm
Thickness
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Red
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ronda 515
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$195

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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.

Praesidus Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

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