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Astor + Banks Fortitude ProvsChristopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite

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Fortitude Pro
Astor + BanksFortitude Pro
MSRP $675
C65 Super Compressor Elite
Christopher WardC65 Super Compressor Elite
MSRP $1,995

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Pro38.5mm
C65 Super Compressor Elite40mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Pro40h
C65 Super Compressor Elite56h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Pro200m
C65 Super Compressor Elite150m
MSRP
Fortitude Pro$675
C65 Super Compressor Elite$1,995

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
11.9mm
13.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
47.12mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Magenta
Blue
Indices
Applied
Printed
Lume
None
SLN X1 GL C1

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
SW300-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$675
$1,995

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro for its scratch-resistant coating, thin and compact 38.5mm case, and versatile dial options. The layered finishing with polished chamfers and comfortable bracelet are frequently highlighted as strong points, contributing to its wearability. One owner notes good timekeeping, while a reviewer states the Miyota 9015 movement is adjusted to +/-10 seconds per day. A potential drawback mentioned is the date numeral appearing in half shadow due to anti-magnetic shielding, and one owner considers the bracelet clasp dated. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro highly for its durable construction and thoughtful design at its price point.

Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite

The Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite is praised for its well-made, refined, and attractively finished Super Compressor case, featuring a blue gradient dial with decompression scales and an internal bezel operated by the 2 o'clock crown. Reviewers note the COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement offers a 56-hour power reserve. However, the bracelet's end link finishing does not match the lugs, and the pin-and-collar sizing system is criticized for difficulty. One reviewer calls the 150-meter water resistance a party trick and dislikes the logo and trident on the seconds hand. Overall, reviewers find the Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite to be a refined and attractively finished watch, despite some criticisms regarding bracelet finishing and water resistance.

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