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Fortis Marinemaster M-44vsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Marinemaster M-44
FortisMarinemaster M-44
MSRP $5,120
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-4444mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-4438h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44300m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44$5,120
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
44mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Orange
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
9S66
Power Reserve
38h
72h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,120
$6,100

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What people say

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Fortis Marinemaster M-44

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 is praised for its excellent build quality and wearability, featuring a highly legible dial and a COSC-certified Kenissi-based movement that ran at 0 seconds per day. Owners appreciate its 70-hour power reserve and the inclusion of multiple straps and a deployant buckle, noting its gorgeous appearance and great wrist presence. A minor point raised is the 21mm lug width, with a wish for it to be 22mm. The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 is priced at $4,150. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 highly for its robust specifications and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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