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Borealis Watch Co. SintravsCitizen Corso

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Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650
Corso
CitizenCorso
MSRP $296

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sintra41.50mm
Corso44mm
Power Reserve
Sintra40h
Corso40h
Water Resistance
Sintra200m
Corso100m
MSRP
Sintra$650
Corso$296

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41.50mm
44mm
Thickness
12.95mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
8729

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$296

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Borealis Watch Co. Sintra

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra owners widely praise its well-executed design, featuring applied indices and a shimmering blue dial that some prefer over more expensive alternatives. The timepiece is noted for excellent build quality and high-end specifications for its price, including a Miyota 90S5 movement and a premium bracelet. One owner did not purchase due to its size not being 39mm or less, while the 90xx movements are considered reliable and accurate, though some find them noisy. On balance, owners rate the Borealis Watch Co. Sintra highly for its impressive design and build quality at its price point.

Citizen Corso

Citizen Corso owners widely praise its value, with many noting its accurate Eco-Drive movement keeping time within a few seconds per month. The sunburst silver dial and elegant blue dial options are frequently highlighted for their attractive, light-catching qualities suitable for various occasions. The stainless steel case is considered durable, and the metal bracelet's links are described as substantial. Some models feature day and date complications. However, reviewers note the polished steel case can be overly shiny and a fingerprint magnet, and the original leather bands have an unpleasant lining. One owner questions the 40mm dial size for smaller wrists, and the bracelet has a stamped clasp without micro-adjustments, though it includes two half links. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its impressive value and classic dial aesthetics at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Citizen Corso features a convenient Eco-Drive movement that eliminates battery changes by utilizing light for power. A weakness of the Citizen Corso is its mineral crystal, which is less scratch-resistant than sapphire.

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