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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsOrient M-Force AC0L

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
M-Force AC0L
OrientM-Force AC0L
MSRP $605

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
M-Force AC0L45mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
M-Force AC0L40h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
M-Force AC0L200m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
M-Force AC0L$605

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
14.6mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
F6727
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
60h
40h
Jewels
36
22
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$605

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What people say

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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.

Orient M-Force AC0L

Orient M-Force AC0L owners widely praise its robust build, distinctive neo-retro design, and excellent value, with many highlighting its mirror and satin finishing that enhances its angular case. Reviewers and owners alike commend its modern specifications, including a sapphire crystal and ISO certification for shock resistance and anti-magnetism, positioning it as a durable beater watch. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +3/-2 seconds per day and another noting +12 seconds per day, while some find the stock bracelet's quality and clasp disappointing. Low-light legibility and lume are considered poor by some, and a wobbly crown has been reported by a few owners. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Orient M-Force AC0L highly for its durable construction and unique design at its price point.

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