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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2vsFortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax

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Bull Shark V2
Borealis Watch Co.Bull Shark V2
MSRP $495
Flieger F-43 Bicompax
FortisFlieger F-43 Bicompax
MSRP $4,180

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bull Shark V238mm
Flieger F-43 Bicompax43mm
Power Reserve
Bull Shark V240h
Flieger F-43 Bicompax58h
Water Resistance
Bull Shark V2300m
Flieger F-43 Bicompax200m
MSRP
Bull Shark V2$495
Flieger F-43 Bicompax$4,180

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
43mm
Thickness
12.60mm
14.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Original
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW510 BH a
Power Reserve
40h
58h
Jewels
25
27

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$4,180

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2

The red bezel is a standout feature. The watch wears small, which is a concern for larger wrists.

Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax

Owners widely praise the Fortis Original for its tool-watch aesthetic, legibility, and robust construction, with many noting excellent lume that lasts all night and precise day/date changes at midnight. The brushed stainless steel case is well-finished, and the 38mm size is considered comfortable and well-weighted despite being smaller than modern watches. Accuracy figures range from +2 seconds/day to +8 seconds/day, and some owners compare Fortis quality favorably to Omega. However, some users find the MSRP too high compared to brands like Sinn and Damasko, and one owner reported internal parts dislodging from a limited edition model. Concerns have also been raised about stripped lug screws on B-42 models and potential parts shortages due to past bankruptcy protection filings. Overall, owners rate the Fortis Original highly for its durable construction and tool-watch functionality at a competitive price point.

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