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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsTissot Desir

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Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Desir
TissotDesir
MSRP $550

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Desir28mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Desir40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Desir50m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Desir$550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
28mm
Thickness
11.6mm
7.68mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
28mm
Lug Width
20mm
4.95mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
Dial Color
Black
White mother-of-pearl
Indices
Applied
Diamonds
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$550

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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.

Tissot Desir

The Tissot Desir is praised for its slim profile, mother of pearl dial, and understated design, making it an elegant and versatile dress watch. One owner finds the Tissot Desir a lovely watch. However, the border of the face is a glitter strip, not pavé stones as some might assume. On balance, owners rate the Tissot Desir highly for its elegant and versatile dress watch qualities.

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