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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsBell & Ross BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD
Bell & RossBR 03-90 ROSE GOLD
MSRP $22,572

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD42mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD100m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD$22,572

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
38.5mm
42mm
Thickness
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Rose Gold
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Maíz
Grey
Indices
Applied
Applied indices
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
BR-CAL.309
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
None
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, Power Reserve Indicator

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$22,572

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite

The Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite is praised for its reduced 10.9mm thickness and redesigned lugs that turn down, along with the removal of the date complication. One owner finds the white dial Fortitude Lite a good watch but not worth $650, suggesting better value from other brands, while another simply states it looks better than a specific alternative. Overall, owners praise the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite for its wearability due to its thinner case and redesigned lugs.

Bell & Ross BR 03-90 ROSE GOLD

Owners widely praise the Bell & Ross BR 03 for its handsome, unique aviation-inspired design and "swagger." Some commenters defend the brand against common criticisms, highlighting the watch's appealing color combinations and number fonts. The value proposition is debated due to its use of ETA movements and emphasis on aesthetics, and it appeals to a niche audience. Overall, owners rate the Bell & Ross BR 03 highly for its distinctive design and wearability.

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