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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsPhoibos Apollo

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Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
Apollo200m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$460

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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.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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