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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsOrient Classic Watch

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
Classic Watch
OrientClassic Watch
MSRP $245

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
Classic Watch40mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
Classic Watch40h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
Classic Watch100m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
Classic Watch$245

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
10.9mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Maíz
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
F6722
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$245

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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.

Orient Classic Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished look suitable for suits, and classy signed crown. The modern 40mm case size and retro styling are appreciated, allowing it to blend well with any outfit without being ostentatious. The crown is not screw-down but operates smoothly. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, ideal suit watch that they would buy again.

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