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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsVaer Dirty Dozen (40mm)

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Dirty Dozen (40mm)
VaerDirty Dozen (40mm)
MSRP $199

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Dirty Dozen (40mm)36mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Dirty Dozen (40mm)40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Dirty Dozen (40mm)100m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Dirty Dozen (40mm)$199

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
11.6mm
9.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
40mm
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$199

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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.

Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm)

The Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm) is praised for its nice case design and thin profile, making it wear flat. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm) highly for its comfortable wearability due to its thin case.

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