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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsHamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto
HamiltonVentura XXL Skeleton Auto
MSRP $2,175

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto46mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto80h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto50m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto$2,175

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Skeleton
Diameter
42mm
46mm
Thickness
14.6mm
11.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
21mm
23mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
H-10-S
Power Reserve
60h
80h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$2,175

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What people say

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Fortis Novonaut N-42

Owners widely praise the Fortis B-42 Official Cosmonauts for its stunning fit and finish, excellent legibility, and a precise, grippy bezel, with one owner calling its bracelet the nicest they've ever owned. The Fortis Novonaut N-42 is described as a flawless beast with a WERK 17 column-wheel chronograph movement, featuring enhanced shock resistance and COSC adjustment, and is noted as a handsome tool watch with a beautiful dial and nice pusher action. However, the 42mm case of the B-42 wears larger than expected, and the Novonaut's 44mm case and chunky bracelet make it too large and heavy for many. The Fortis Titanium Legacy is a modern pilot's watch with a titanium case and bracelet, featuring a Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve and three time zones. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Fortis Titanium Legacy for its robust tool watch design and advanced movement technology, despite some concerns about case size and bracelet adjustability.

Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto is recognized for its bold, avant-garde design featuring a unique triangular case. It is powered by a skeletonized H-10-S or ETA C07.901 movement, providing an 80-hour power reserve. The watch includes a black dial with sunray brushing and hands treated with Super-LumiNova, and comes on an integrated rubber strap. Reviewers note that while its distinctive aesthetic is a significant appeal, precise time-reading may not be its main focus. On balance, the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto is appreciated for its striking, statement-making design and substantial power reserve.

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