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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsMonta Atlas

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Atlas
MontaAtlas
MSRP $2,150

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Atlas38.5mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Atlas152m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Atlas$2,150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
38.5mm
Thickness
14.6mm
Lug Width
21mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
152m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Silver

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Monta M-23
Power Reserve
60h
40h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$2,150

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Monta Atlas

The Monta Atlas is widely praised for its exceptional wearability, with its comfortable 38.5mm case size and buttery bracelet frequently highlighted. Owners and reviewers alike commend its fit and finish, noting a mix of brushed, polished, and blasted surfaces. However, the rehaut on the opaline silver dial is considered nearly illegible for the 24-hour GMT scale, leading some to suggest other dial colors are more practical for GMT functionality. One owner also flagged the crown as less sturdy than anticipated and noted the AR coating attracts fingerprints. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Atlas highly for its comfortable dimensions and appealing finishing.

From video reviewers

The Monta Opalin Silver's dial is a notable strength, particularly its subtle gradient effect that adds depth to the watch without being too flashy. The watch offers a notable value proposition due to its movement, typically found in more expensive timepieces. The bracelet can be prone to rattle, which might be a trade-off for some buyers.

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