Which is cheaper, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

At MSRP the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph is the cheaper of the two at $1,799, against $5,450 for the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC — a $3,651 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC wears larger at 44mm versus 41mm for the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC is rated to 300m versus 50m for the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

The Zelos Starfighter Chronograph carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC.

What movement does the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC run compared to the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC uses the Sellita SW220-1 and the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph uses the ETA 2894 Élaboré.

Side by side

Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsZelos Starfighter Chronograph

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

M-44 DLC

MSRP $5,450

Zelos Starfighter Chronograph

starfighter-chronograph-spitfire

MSRP $1,799

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm

Starfighter Chronograph41mm

Power Reserve

Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h

Starfighter Chronograph40h

Water Resistance

Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m

Starfighter Chronograph50m

MSRP

Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450

Starfighter Chronograph$1,799

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Black

Spitfire LE

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

ETA 2894 Élaboré

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,450

$1,799

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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.

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Zelos Starfighter Chronograph

Owners find the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph appealing, with one noting the beauty of the Aventurine dial and another praising the blue dial and lumed subdials. One owner is selling the watch to acquire other chronographs. Overall, owners appreciate the aesthetic appeal of the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph, particularly its dial options and lumed subdials.

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