Which is cheaper, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Sugess Heritage S449 DD36?

At MSRP the Sugess Heritage S449 DD36 is the cheaper of the two at $499, against $5,450 for the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC — a $4,951 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Sugess Heritage S449 DD36?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC wears larger at 44mm versus 36mm for the Sugess Heritage S449 DD36 — a 8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Sugess Heritage S449 DD36?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Sugess Heritage S449 DD36.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Sugess Heritage S449 DD36?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC carries a 38-hour power reserve against 35 hours on the Sugess Heritage S449 DD36.

What movement does the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC run compared to the Sugess Heritage S449 DD36?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC runs a automatic caliber (Sellita SW220-1), while the Sugess Heritage S449 DD36 runs a automatic day-date (SL3034L).

Side by side

Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsSugess Heritage S449 DD36

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

M-44 DLC

MSRP $5,450

Sugess Heritage S449 DD36

S449

MSRP $499

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm

Heritage S449 DD3636mm

Power Reserve

Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h

Heritage S449 DD3635h

Water Resistance

Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m

Heritage S449 DD36100m

MSRP

Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450

Heritage S449 DD36$499

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

SL3034L

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

4 vph

Power Reserve

38h

35h

Jewels

Complications

None

GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,450

$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Fratello

Monochrome

Sugess Heritage S449 DD36

The watch's attractive Pagani Design-inspired aesthetic effectively captures the essence of the original Pagani Design PD1783. The PEACOCK SL3034 movement has a respectable power reserve of 35+ hours. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, particularly in low-light conditions.

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