Borealis Watch Co. Porto Covo Black & GoldvsCWC Arctic Radar Automatic Diver

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Borealis Watch Co. Porto Covo Black & Gold at true scale

Porto Covo Black & Gold

CWC Arctic Radar Automatic Diver at true scale

Arctic Radar Automatic Diver

Diameter

40mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

42.5mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

12.3mm

11.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$350

lowest

$2,031

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
12.3mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
White

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$350
$2,031
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Reviews

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Borealis Watch Co. Porto Covo Black & Gold

Owners widely praise the Borealis Porto Covo Black & Gold for its exceptional value, with one owner noting its "floating" indices enhance its appearance and another finding it a versatile everyday and business-casual timepiece. Reviewers highlight the striking orange Cerakote case and unique, elevated hour markers integrated into the rehaut that cast shadows and add visual depth. One owner found the black lume to be virtually non-existent. The Borealis Porto Covo Black & Gold is priced at $335.75, with one source listing it as a diver choice within a $1000 microbrand collection. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Borealis Porto Covo Black & Gold highly for its striking design elements and value at the price point.

CWC Arctic Radar Automatic Diver

Owners widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) Arctic Radar Automatic Diver Watch for its robust build, comparing its toughness to that of the Marathon GSAR, and appreciate its preferred aesthetic and smooth bezel action. One owner reports accuracy of +3 seconds per day. Some owners note fixed springbars as a potential drawback. On balance, owners rate the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) Arctic Radar Automatic Diver Watch highly for its cool factor and military connection, deeming it a very solid watch.

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