Which is cheaper, the Sinn 6068 or the Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax?

At MSRP the Sinn 6068 is the cheaper of the two at $2,754, against $4,180 for the Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax — a $1,426 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Sinn 6068 or the Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax?

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax wears larger at 43mm versus 38.5mm for the Sinn 6068 — a 4.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Sinn 6068 or the Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax?

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Sinn 6068.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Sinn 6068 or the Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax?

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax carries a 58-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Sinn 6068.

What movement does the Sinn 6068 run compared to the Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Sinn 6068 uses the SW 300-1 and the Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax uses the Sellita SW510 BH a.

Side by side

Sinn 6068vsFortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Sinn 6068

6068

MSRP $2,754

Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax

F-43 Bicompax

MSRP $4,180

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

606838.5mm

Flieger F-43 Bicompax43mm

Power Reserve

606838h

Flieger F-43 Bicompax58h

Water Resistance

6068100m

Flieger F-43 Bicompax200m

MSRP

6068$2,754

Flieger F-43 Bicompax$4,180

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

Underside

Inner

Dial Color

Black

Original

Lume

Luminescent

None

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

SW 300-1

Sellita SW510 BH a

Power Reserve

38h

58h

Jewels

Complications

GMT, Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,754

$4,180

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sinn 6068

Owners widely praise the Sinn 6068 for its clean aesthetic and compact size, fitting well under a dress cuff. One owner sold theirs due to insufficient wrist time. A user notes the GMT hand on the 6060 variant is not fully independent. Overall, owners rate the Sinn 6068 highly for its blend of classy and functional design suitable for everyday wear.

From video reviewers

The watch's 12-hour UTC function is a notable feature, allowing for the display of two time zones on a 12-hour basis. The watch's lume brightness is a weakness, with reviewers noting that the luminous paint on the hands and appliqués is not particularly strong. Reviewers disagree on the watch's overall appearance, with one reviewer mentioning a sleek appearance due to the polished stainless steel case, while the other reviewer does not provide a description of the watch's appearance.

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Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax

Owners widely praise the Fortis Original for its tool-watch aesthetic, legibility, and robust construction, with many noting excellent lume that lasts all night and precise day/date changes at midnight. The brushed stainless steel case is well-finished, and the 38mm size is considered comfortable and well-weighted despite being smaller than modern watches. Accuracy figures range from +2 seconds/day to +8 seconds/day, and some owners compare Fortis quality favorably to Omega. However, some users find the MSRP too high compared to brands like Sinn and Damasko, and one owner reported internal parts dislodging from a limited edition model. Concerns have also been raised about stripped lug screws on B-42 models and potential parts shortages due to past bankruptcy protection filings. Overall, owners rate the Fortis Original highly for its durable construction and tool-watch functionality at a competitive price point.

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