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Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMTvsSeestern S456 GMT

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Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840
S456 GMT
SeesternS456 GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
S456 GMT41mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
S456 GMT41hh
Water Resistance
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
S456 GMT200m
MSRP
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840
S456 GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
14mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Original
Sunray style, applied and Diamond cut Indices, C1 lume
Lume
None
C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko NH34
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
56h
41hh
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,840
$299

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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.

Seestern S456 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S456 GMT for its exceptional value and finishing that exceeds expectations, with one owner noting its accuracy surpasses that of their Seiko 5. The dial displays a pearl-like rainbow effect. Some owners would prefer a bidirectional bezel over the current unidirectional one. The Seestern S456 GMT features an NH34 movement, a 39.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and an adjustable clasp. On balance, owners rate the Seestern S456 GMT highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features stunning, detailed finishing that is difficult to top. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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