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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsSeiko Essentials Quartz

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Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450
Essentials Quartz
SeikoEssentials Quartz
MSRP $335

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Essentials Quartz38.9mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Essentials Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
Essentials Quartz100m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450
Essentials Quartz$335

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
44mm
38.9mm
Thickness
14mm
8.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
6N52
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$335

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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.

Seiko Essentials Quartz

Seiko Essentials Quartz is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight wearability, particularly the titanium models on mesh which weigh only 50g. Owners highlight the thin 8.4mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance as key strengths. One owner noted the dark greenish dial was less impressive than a black alternative. The titanium bracelet's wider gaps due to its smaller center link drew criticism from one user. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its comfortable, lightweight titanium build and impressive specifications at its price point.

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