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Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMTvsLongines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES

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Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES
LonginesLA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES
MSRP $1,400

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES24mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES40h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES30m
MSRP
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES$1,400

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
43mm
24mm
Thickness
14mm
4.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
29.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
13mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Yellow PVD coating
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Original
White
Indices
Applied
Painted Roman numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
L209.2
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
56h
40h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours and minutes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,840
$1,400

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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.

Longines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES

Owners widely praise LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES for its slim, elegant, and gorgeous design, with many finding the bracelets comfortable for daily wear. The quartz models are highlighted for grab-and-go convenience and reliability, while the automatic versions are noted as finely finished dress pieces. The watch is considered a good value, with automatic models available grey market for under $1000. Some owners mention the styling might not appeal to everyone, and one owner's partner's burgundy model has held up well over two years. Overall, owners rate LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES highly for its elegant styling and value proposition.

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