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Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMTvsGlycine Combat Sub Sport

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Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840
Combat Sub Sport
GlycineCombat Sub Sport
MSRP $1,850

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
Combat Sub Sport39mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
Combat Sub Sport38h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
Combat Sub Sport300m
MSRP
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840
Combat Sub Sport$1,850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
11.2mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Original
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
SW200-1
Power Reserve
56h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,840
$1,850

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What people say

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Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT is widely praised for its stunning dial execution, COSC-certified Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve, and legible Brixtrack luminous indices. Owners and reviewers highlight the surprisingly wearable 43mm titanium case and bracelet, noting its lightness and comfort despite the size, with one source specifically mentioning a quick-adjustable extension. The watch offers 200m water resistance and features a Synchroline indicator. However, some owners note the titanium scratches easily and the bracelet can be difficult to size. The watch is priced at €4,500. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT highly for its purpose-focused pilot's watch design and innovative movement.

Glycine Combat Sub Sport

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport for its exceptional thinness, with multiple sources noting profiles between 10.4mm and 11mm, comfortable wearability on a variety of wrist sizes due to its proportions and contoured lugs, and its value, especially when found under $400. Some owners highlight its refined finishing and unique, non-homage design, while others appreciate its ruggedness and durability, with one noting PVD coating remained flawless after three years of heavy use. Accuracy figures range from excellent, with one owner reporting only 2 seconds lost per day, to inconsistent power reserve and occasional reported issues with the movement and stem. The lume is described as subpar by some, though one owner found it marginally better than a Seiko SKX007. Reservations are occasionally raised regarding warranty service and the use of folded end links on the bracelet.

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