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Fortis Marinemaster M-40vsTudor Black Bay

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Marinemaster M-40
FortisMarinemaster M-40
MSRP $3,520
Black Bay
TudorBlack Bay

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-4040mm
Black Bay41mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-4038h
Black Bay70h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-40300m
Black Bay200m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-40$3,520
Black Bay

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
21mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Engraved

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Orange
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
MT5602
Power Reserve
38h
70h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,520

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Fortis Marinemaster M-40

Owners praise the Fortis Amber Orange for its gorgeous appearance and strong wrist presence, noting its crazy lume and 70-hour power reserve. The Doxa SUB 300T, described as having a superb, eccentric design with a highly legible dial and functional no-decompression bezel, uses an ETA 2824-2 movement. However, the SUB 300T's 42.5mm case wears large and its 14mm thickness is not ideal for dress shirts, though it boasts 1,200m water resistance. On balance, owners appreciate the Fortis Amber Orange for its striking aesthetics and impressive lume.

Tudor Black Bay

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay for its comfortable wearability, robust build, and vintage-inspired aesthetics, with specific mentions of its satisfying winding feel and sturdy bezel action. Reviewers highlight the 39mm Black Bay 58's comfortable size and thinness, while others note the 41mm Master Chronometer's reliable timekeeping and magnetic resistance. Some owners find the GMT hand difficult to distinguish in low light. A recurring point of contention across multiple sources is the lack of on-the-fly micro-adjustment on the bracelet, though some find aftermarket solutions adequate. One owner reported the watch losing two minutes a day after six years, requiring a service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay highly for its blend of vintage charm, modern robustness, and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified accuracy of the movement is a notable strength. The 14.7mm to 14.8mm thickness is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers are divided on whether the newer models represent a departure from the Black Bay's heritage design.

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