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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
44mm
36mm
Thickness
14mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC)
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Navy

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$299

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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.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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