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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsAVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
MSRP $295

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic50m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic$295

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Pilot
Diameter
38.5mm
42mm
Thickness
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Maíz
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$295

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite

The Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite is praised for its reduced 10.9mm thickness and redesigned lugs that turn down, along with the removal of the date complication. One owner finds the white dial Fortitude Lite a good watch but not worth $650, suggesting better value from other brands, while another simply states it looks better than a specific alternative. Overall, owners praise the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite for its wearability due to its thinner case and redesigned lugs.

AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic for its 3D instrument-panel aesthetic and premium feel, noting satin-brushed case sides, a polished bezel, and a knurled crown. However, the lume is considered a gimmick with limited strength and longevity, and some find the 42mm, over 13mm thick watch chunky on a 7" wrist. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic highly for its distinctive dial design and build quality at the price point.

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