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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsMr Jones Watches The Golden Hour

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
The Golden Hour
Mr Jones WatchesThe Golden Hour
MSRP $795

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
The Golden Hour
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
The Golden Hour40h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
The Golden Hour
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
The Golden Hour$795

Full specifications

Case

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

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Standard

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Power Reserve
60h
40h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$795

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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.

Mr Jones Watches The Golden Hour

Mr Jones Watches The Golden Hour is widely praised for its mesmerizing, garden-inspired dial and quality construction, with reviewers noting its artistic and visually rich design. Owners report the watch does not feel cheap despite its price point, and its originality is a key selling point. However, legibility can be challenging due to the unique time display, with indicators sometimes obscured by the bee's wings. Some owners find the small crown difficult to grip, and one noted the 45mm case wore too large for their wrist. The strap is also cited as an area that could be improved. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches The Golden Hour highly for its unique artistic design and quality dial production at its price.

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