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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsDan Henry 1975

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
1975
Dan Henry1975
MSRP $310

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
197539mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
197540h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
1975150m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
1975$310

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
39mm
Thickness
10.9mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
42mm
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Maíz
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$310

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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.

Dan Henry 1975

Owners and reviewers praise the Dan Henry 1975 for its excellent value, retro styling, attractive dial with orange accents, and thin, wearable case. The bubble crystal is a highlight, though some find the lume weak. The Miyota 9015 movement offers hacking seconds and a 42-hour power reserve, with accuracy reported between -10/+30 seconds per day. The push-pull crown means it is not a true diver, and the black sapphire bezel can wash out in certain light. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dan Henry 1975 highly for its retro charm and superb value.

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