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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsHamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
American Classic RailRoad Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto
MSRP $1,295

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
38.5mm
32mm
Thickness
10.9mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
16mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Maíz
Beige

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
ETA 2681
Power Reserve
40h
43h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,295

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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.

Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto as a versatile everyday watch, noting its stellar appearance on bracelet or strap and the desirable H-10 movement providing an 80-hour power reserve. The 40mm case, measuring 11.35mm thick with slightly turned-down lugs, contributes to a thinner perceived profile. It is offered for $430 shipped and includes a travel pouch.

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