Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

At MSRP the Pagani Design PD-1717 is the cheaper of the two at $158, against $650 for the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite — a $492 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

The Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite wears larger at 38.5mm versus 38mm for the Pagani Design PD-1717 — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

The Pagani Design PD-1717 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite run compared to the Pagani Design PD-1717?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite uses the Miyota 9039 and the Pagani Design PD-1717 uses the Miyota 8215.

Side by side

Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsPagani Design PD-1717

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

Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite

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MSRP $650

Pagani Design PD-1717

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MSRP $158

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Fortitude Lite38.5mm

PD-171738mm

Power Reserve

Fortitude Lite40h

PD-171742h

Water Resistance

Fortitude Lite200m

PD-1717200m

MSRP

Fortitude Lite$650

PD-1717$158

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Maíz

Black

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

Miyota 8215

Power Reserve

40h

42h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$650

$158

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

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Pagani Design PD-1717

Pagani Design PD-1717 owners widely praise its value for money and competent finishing, highlighting its admirable lug drop and unique dial step. However, reviewers and owners consistently note its weak lume and a 13mm thickness. Some owners report ill-fitting end links and disappointing AR coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1717 highly for its impressive value and competent finishing at its price point.

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