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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
38.5mm
40.5mm
Thickness
10.9mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
48.6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Maíz
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9S66
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$6,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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