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Fortis Stratoliner S-41vsGlycine Combat Sub

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Stratoliner S-41
FortisStratoliner S-41
MSRP $5,450
Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $895

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Stratoliner S-4141mm
Combat Sub40mm
Power Reserve
Stratoliner S-4160h
Combat Sub
Water Resistance
Stratoliner S-41200m
Combat Sub200m
MSRP
Stratoliner S-41$5,450
Combat Sub$895

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
11.15mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
Green
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
515
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
60h
Jewels
36
1
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$895

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What people say

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Fortis Stratoliner S-41

Owners widely praise the Fortis Stratoliner S-41 for its purpose-built design and outstanding details, particularly its space blue lume and bright orange date on the dial. Reviewers note the WERK 17 movement offers a 60-hour power reserve. However, the Fortis Stratoliner S-41's 41mm case thickness and lug-to-lug distance lead some to perceive it as wearing large, and the dial's small text and flat design are flagged as potential drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Fortis Stratoliner S-41's unique design and innovative movement as its primary strengths.

Glycine Combat Sub

The Glycine Combat Sub is widely praised for its exceptional thinness, with multiple sources highlighting its sub-11mm case height and comfortable wearability, even on smaller wrists. Owners appreciate its unique, non-homage aesthetic, refined finishing, and excellent value for money. Specific positive notes include a buttery smooth bezel action, tasteful indices, crisp font, and a matching date wheel. Accuracy is reported to rival COSC standards by one owner, and durability is noted as exceptional. However, some owners report inconsistent power reserve and sub-par lume that is difficult to read in low light. On balance, owners and community members rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its slim profile and unique design at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The slim case profile and comfortable wearability are praised. The bezel action received criticism for having slight play and a less-than-satisfying click.

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