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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsanOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Model 2 Porcelain
anOrdainModel 2 Porcelain
MSRP $2,356

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Model 2 Porcelain39.5mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Model 2 Porcelain68h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Model 2 Porcelain50m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
39.5mm
Thickness
14.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Model 2 Porcelain

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
La Joux-Perret G101
Power Reserve
60h
68h
Jewels
36

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$2,356

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain for its artistic haute horological experience, sublime design, and exceptional craftsmanship, highlighting the hand-finished, carved, and curved lugs. Reviewers note the deep, glossy black porcelain dial with pad-printed gold numerals and hand-painted lume, though dimples from the traditional production process are visible in certain lighting. The watch features a 39.5mm brushed steel case, a sapphire caseback revealing the La Joux-Perret G101 movement with a 68-hour power reserve, and 50-meter water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain highly for its unique dial material and detailed case finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain's handmade enamel dial is a notable strength, praised by multiple reviewers for its unique, subtle color shift. A potential drawback is the relatively modest water resistance of 50 meters, which may be a trade-off for the watch's focus on aesthetics. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug fit, with some finding it comfortable and others noting it's somewhat large.

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