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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsCWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
41mm
Thickness
10.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
47mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Maíz
CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black (SF300 AS120)
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,249

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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.

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

Owners widely praise the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black for its brushed chapter ring, precise 120-click bezel, clear sapphire crystal, excellent case finishing, and significantly improved lume. The watch is considered a terrific value with solid construction. Some owners express a preference for a matte finish for a more tool-like appearance, though polished versions offer a dressier look and easier scratch removal. On balance, owners rate the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black highly for its tool-like features and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The bezel action is smooth. The price has increased due to popularity.

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