Which is cheaper, the Fortis Novonaut N-42 or the Praesidus High W&t 38mm?

At MSRP the Praesidus High W&t 38mm is the cheaper of the two at $550, against $5,230 for the Fortis Novonaut N-42 — a $4,680 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fortis Novonaut N-42 or the Praesidus High W&t 38mm?

The Fortis Novonaut N-42 wears larger at 42mm versus 38mm for the Praesidus High W&t 38mm — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fortis Novonaut N-42 or the Praesidus High W&t 38mm?

The Fortis Novonaut N-42 is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Praesidus High W&t 38mm.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fortis Novonaut N-42 or the Praesidus High W&t 38mm?

The Fortis Novonaut N-42 carries a 60-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Praesidus High W&t 38mm.

What movement does the Fortis Novonaut N-42 run compared to the Praesidus High W&t 38mm?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fortis Novonaut N-42 uses the Manufacture Caliber WERK 17 and the Praesidus High W&t 38mm uses the Seiko NH35.

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