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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsNodus Obscura II

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Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450
Obscura II
NodusObscura II
MSRP $650

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Obscura II38mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Obscura II41h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
Obscura II100m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450
Obscura II$650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
44mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
TMI NH38
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
26
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$650

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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.

Nodus Obscura II

The Nodus Obscura II is widely praised for its novel "Exposure Gauge Complication" bezel, designed for film photographers using the Sunny 16 rule, and its iridescent dial that resembles mother of pearl. Owners also highlight the top-notch bracelet with micro-adjustment and the accessible $650 price point. Some find the bezel concept a bit gimmicky. The watch features a 38mm steel case, a TMI NH38 movement, 100m water resistance, and a box sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Obscura II highly for its creative complication and iridescent dial at an accessible price.

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