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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsVenezianico Nereide Acquaforte

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Nereide Acquaforte
VenezianicoNereide Acquaforte
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Nereide Acquaforte42mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Nereide Acquaforte40h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Nereide Acquaforte200m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Nereide Acquaforte$1,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Thickness
14.6mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
60h
40h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$1,000

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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.

Venezianico Nereide Acquaforte

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide's striking dial design and overall finishing, with many finding its appearance and feel superior in person. The bracelet is noted for its comfort and quality, and the watch is considered suitable for daily wear. Some owners find the case a bit thick for wear under a cuff. The movement is a point of discussion, with one owner preferring a thinner, more accurate caliber over the NH45a, while another review highlights the reliable Sellita SW200-1. The watch is regarded as a good value mechanical diver-style timepiece, featuring a handsome design with a decorative tungsten bezel and aventurine dial, though the stock rubber strap can be stiff. Overall, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique engraved case, inspired by Renaissance ornamentation, is a standout feature. The Miyota 9039 automatic movement provides reliable accuracy. A significant drawback is the difficulty in sourcing the watch due to its high demand.

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