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Fortis Stratoliner S-41vsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Stratoliner S-41
FortisStratoliner S-41
MSRP $5,450
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Stratoliner S-4141mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Stratoliner S-4160h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Stratoliner S-41200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Stratoliner S-41$5,450
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Bronze

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
60h
40h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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