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Borealis Watch Co. SintravsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sintra41.50mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Sintra40h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Sintra200m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Sintra$650
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
41.50mm
40mm
Thickness
12.95mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$329

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What people say

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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.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

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