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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsChristopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
The Twelve Midnight38h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
The Twelve Midnight100m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
The Twelve Midnight$1,210

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
43.3mm
Thickness
10.9mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
43.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
23.3mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Maíz
Black
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SW200
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,210

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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.

Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

Owners and reviewers widely praise Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight for its excellent value, with particular commendation for its case and bracelet finishing, dial texture, and lume. Some owners note the dial is silver rather than white, and a few find the bracelet links have sharp edges and the clasp lacks micro-adjustment. The watch is noted for its thin case, offering exceptional wrist comfort. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight highly for its impressive finishing and comfort at the price point.

From video reviewers

The black lacquer dial's quality and premium feel are consistently praised. Reviewers express reservations about the watch's value or execution. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's objective merits translate to personal appeal.

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