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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsGrand Seiko SBGY011

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Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450
SBGY011
Grand SeikoSBGY011
MSRP $8,800

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
SBGY01140mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
SBGY01172h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
SBGY011100m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450
SBGY011$8,800

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
9R31
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
38h
72h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$8,800

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGY011

Grand Seiko SBGY011 owners praise its stunning, subtly textured white dial, with one owner describing its glide as very smooth and the dial itself as stunning in person. The Spring Drive movement is a key appeal, noted for its accuracy of +/- 1 second per day and a 72-hour power reserve. The 40mm stainless steel 44GS case is also a feature. One reviewer expressed a preference for a bracelet over the included crocodile strap. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Grand Seiko SBGY011's exceptional dial aesthetics and Spring Drive accuracy as its primary strengths.

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