Which is cheaper, the Fortis Flieger F-41 or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

At MSRP the Pinion Pure Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $1,715, against $2,530 for the Fortis Flieger F-41 — a $815 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fortis Flieger F-41 or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Fortis Flieger F-41 wears larger at 41mm versus 38mm for the Pinion Pure Bronze — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fortis Flieger F-41 or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Fortis Flieger F-41 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Pinion Pure Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fortis Flieger F-41 or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Pinion Pure Bronze carries a 45-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Fortis Flieger F-41.

What movement does the Fortis Flieger F-41 run compared to the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Fortis Flieger F-41 runs a automatic caliber (Sellita SW200-1), while the Pinion Pure Bronze runs a manual (Sellita SW261-1).

Side by side

Fortis Flieger F-41vsPinion Pure Bronze

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fortis Flieger F-41

F-41

MSRP $2,530

Pinion Pure Bronze

pure-bronze-bk

MSRP $1,715

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Flieger F-4141mm

Pure Bronze38mm

Power Reserve

Flieger F-4138h

Pure Bronze45h

Water Resistance

Flieger F-41200m

Pure Bronze100m

MSRP

Flieger F-41$2,530

Pure Bronze$1,715

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW261-1

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

38h

45h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,530

$1,715

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What people say

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Fortis Flieger F-41

The Fortis Flieger F-41 is widely praised for its excellent machining and build quality for its price, featuring a traditional Flieger layout with modern flair, a sunburst dial with high-contrast orange accents, and a functional "Synchroline." Reviewers highlight its unique concave bezel with 24-click GMT functionality and a vivid color scheme that strikes a masterful balance. The watch offers 200 meters of water resistance and is powered by the UW-30 automatic movement. However, the UW-30 movement is noted for its modest 38-hour power reserve, and the 41mm case might be large for smaller wrists. Overall, reviewers rate the Fortis Flieger F-41 highly for its pared-back confidence and functional design at its price point.

The Pinion Pure Bronze is lauded for its refreshing design, featuring a beautiful layered dial with applied numerals and luminous indexes. Reviewers praise its satisfying manual-winding action from the Unitas 6498 movement, which offers a 45-hour power reserve. One reviewer suggested a satin finish for the crown to match the case back and buckle. Overall, reviewers rate the Pinion Pure Bronze highly for its unique bronze case that patinates over time and its clear, subtly finished dial.

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