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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsHamilton Khaki Navy Frogman Auto

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Khaki Navy Frogman Auto
HamiltonKhaki Navy Frogman Auto
MSRP $1,395

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Khaki Navy Frogman Auto41mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Khaki Navy Frogman Auto80h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Khaki Navy Frogman Auto300m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Khaki Navy Frogman Auto$1,395

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
14.6mm
13.09mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Black

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$1,395

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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 Khaki Navy Frogman Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Navy Frogman Auto is praised for its wearable 41mm size and graceful silhouette, with reviewers highlighting its clean, date-free dial and well-defined bezel clicks. The H-10 automatic movement provides an 80-hour power reserve. Some reviewers note drawbacks such as a stiff rubber strap and buckle, and bezel grip in wet conditions. The case features brushed surfaces with polished bevels. On balance, reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Navy Frogman Auto highly for its blend of standout design and wearable dimensions.

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