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Astor + Banks Fortitude ProvsVenezianico Nereide Aureo 42

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Fortitude Pro
Astor + BanksFortitude Pro
MSRP $675
Nereide Aureo 42
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 42
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Pro38.5mm
Nereide Aureo 4242mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Pro40h
Nereide Aureo 4240h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Pro200m
Nereide Aureo 42200m
MSRP
Fortitude Pro$675
Nereide Aureo 42$1,495

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
42mm
Thickness
11.9mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
49mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Magenta
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$675
$1,495

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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.

Venezianico Nereide Aureo 42

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide Aureo 42 for its striking 24K gold-plated dial, often described as a captivating blend of luxury and sportiness, and its smooth winding action from the Swiss SW200 movement. Reviewers highlight the impressive spectacle offered by the gold dial and tungsten bezel for its price point, with one owner noting its comfortable wearability and another appreciating its tool watch identity despite the bling. However, some owners report issues with bezel alignment, and reviewers point out that the polished tungsten bezel attracts fingerprints, while the white date wheel is a mismatched detail. The clasp on the Sansovino bracelet lacks on-the-fly adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Nereide Aureo 42 highly for its unique 24K gold dial and exceptional value at its price.

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