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Fortis Flieger F-39 Werk 7vsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Flieger F-39 Werk 7
FortisFlieger F-39 Werk 7
MSRP $4,510
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-39 Werk 739mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-39 Werk 738h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-39 Werk 7200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Flieger F-39 Werk 7$4,510
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Werk 7 (Manufacture)
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,510
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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