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Fortis Flieger F-39 Werk 7vsVario Futurist

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Flieger F-39 Werk 7
FortisFlieger F-39 Werk 7
MSRP $4,510
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-39 Werk 739mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-39 Werk 738h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-39 Werk 7200m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Flieger F-39 Werk 7$4,510
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Thickness
11.5mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Werk 7 (Manufacture)
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,510
$648

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What people say

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Fortis Flieger F-39 Werk 7

The Fortis Flieger is widely praised for its superb readability, robust build quality, and phenomenal fit and finish, with reviewers noting the practical Type-A dial and utilitarian design. The F-39 models are noted to wear large due to their lug-to-lug distance, and the UW-30 movement offers a 38-hour power reserve, while other variants feature a 70-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers highlight the Fortis Flieger's modern, stylish take on pilot's watches, balancing legibility with unique aesthetics.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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