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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsVaer G2 Pacific GMT

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
G2 Pacific GMT
VaerG2 Pacific GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
G2 Pacific GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
G2 Pacific GMT40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
G2 Pacific GMT150m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
G2 Pacific GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.6mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Steel
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ronda 515 GMT
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$399

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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 G2 Pacific GMT

Owners widely praise the Vaer G2 Pacific GMT for its value, balancing quality, design, and wearability at its price point. One owner notes the dial can appear cloudy at certain angles. The watch utilizes a Swiss Ronda quartz GMT movement for reliable multi-time zone timekeeping. On balance, owners rate the Vaer G2 Pacific GMT highly for its overall value proposition.

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