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Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMTvsSpinnaker Hull

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Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840
Hull
SpinnakerHull
MSRP $159

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
Hull42mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
Hull40h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
Hull100m
MSRP
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840
Hull$159

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Original
Volcanic Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,840
$159

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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.

Spinnaker Hull

The Spinnaker Hull is widely praised by owners for its textured or deep sandwich dials, bold cushion case design, and vintage charm, with one owner finding its jubilee bracelet superior to Seiko's. The meca-quartz movement is a common feature, and the watch offers 100m water resistance. However, the 24-hour subdial is considered functionally illogical and visually unappealing by one owner, and the mineral crystal is noted as a drawback compared to sapphire. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull highly for its significant style and value at its budget price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's lume is a strong point. Reviewers noted the absence of a sapphire crystal as a drawback.

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