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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsFortis Novonaut N-42

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Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450
Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Novonaut N-4242mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Novonaut N-4260h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
Novonaut N-42300m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450
Novonaut N-42$5,230

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
14.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Titanium / Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Titanium Legacy

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Power Reserve
38h
60h
Jewels
26
36

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$5,230

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What people say

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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC is widely praised for its robust COSC-certified Kenissi Werk 11 movement, offering a 70-hour power reserve, and its stealthy, scratch-resistant Dianoir DLC coating. Owners find it comfortable to wear despite its 44mm size, with one owner considering it a standout piece. Some reviewers note a subtle difference in the color tone of the DLC coating on the crown and bezel lock between variants. Overall, owners and reviewers regard the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC highly for its durable construction and reliable, high-spec movement.

Fortis Novonaut N-42

Owners widely praise the Fortis B-42 Official Cosmonauts for its stunning fit and finish, excellent legibility, and a precise, grippy bezel, with one owner calling its bracelet the nicest they've ever owned. The Fortis Novonaut N-42 is described as a flawless beast with a WERK 17 column-wheel chronograph movement, featuring enhanced shock resistance and COSC adjustment, and is noted as a handsome tool watch with a beautiful dial and nice pusher action. However, the 42mm case of the B-42 wears larger than expected, and the Novonaut's 44mm case and chunky bracelet make it too large and heavy for many. The Fortis Titanium Legacy is a modern pilot's watch with a titanium case and bracelet, featuring a Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve and three time zones. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Fortis Titanium Legacy for its robust tool watch design and advanced movement technology, despite some concerns about case size and bracelet adjustability.

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