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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsBaltic Prismic Stone

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Prismic Stone
BalticPrismic Stone
MSRP $1,404

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Prismic Stone36mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Prismic Stone50h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Prismic Stone30m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Prismic Stone$1,404

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
14.6mm
9.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Bloodstone

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
La Joux-Perret D100
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
60h
50h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$1,404

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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.

Baltic Prismic Stone

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Baltic Prismic Stone for its striking and unique natural stone dials, with specific mentions of the bloodstone and red agate variants being highlights. The watch is noted for its refined, retro dress watch aesthetic, featuring a well-finished 36mm bi-metal case combining stainless steel and titanium, and a slim profile measuring 9.2mm or 9.5mm thick. The hand-wound movement, either an ETA Peseux 7001 or a La Joux-Perret D100, is generally seen as reliable, offering a 42-hour or 50-hour power reserve respectively. However, some owners find the collection overpriced and the small, recessed crown uncomfortable for winding. The Milanese bracelet is also a point of contention, with some finding it may not articulate well for smaller wrists. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +1/+2 seconds per day and another around -6 seconds per day.

From video reviewers

The unique natural stone dials are a standout feature of the Baltic Prismic Stone. The slim 9mm case, constructed from stainless steel and Grade 5 titanium, is also a notable aspect. However, some buyers may find the price of €1,300 to be a trade-off, considering the watch's Swiss movement and slim profile may not justify the cost compared to competitors.

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