ARES DIVER-1 GMT Swiss AutomaticvsFortis Marinemaster M-40
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Measurements
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DIVER-1 GMT Swiss Automatic
Marinemaster M-40
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
n/a
Thickness
13.3mm
13mm
lowest
Water Resistance
1000m
highest
300m
Power Reserve
n/a
38h
MSRP
$2,850
lowest
$3,520
Movement
ETA 2893-2
Sellita SW220-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the ARES DIVER-1 GMT Swiss Automatic for its excellent legibility, strong lume, and comfortable rubber strap, with some highlighting its unique triple-timezone capability via the 24-hour bezel and chapter ring. The watch is considered a great value, with used examples around $700, and features an ETA 2893-2 automatic movement. However, community members frequently report significant customer service and communication issues, with some receiving watches not as described. Overall, owners rate the ARES DIVER-1 GMT Swiss Automatic highly for its tool-watch functionality and value, despite noted customer service challenges.
Owners widely praise the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 for its gorgeous appearance and strong wrist presence, noting its impressive lume. The watch comes with a bracelet and three rubber straps, including a deployant buckle. On balance, owners rate the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 highly for its aesthetic appeal and comprehensive strap package.
The watch's Swiss Made construction and robust design are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the bracelet as a potential point of contention.
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