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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsFarer Discovery II

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
Discovery II39.5mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
Discovery II68h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
Discovery II50m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
Discovery II$925

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
38.5mm
39.5mm
Thickness
10.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
45mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Maíz
Purple

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
La Joux-Perret G101
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
68h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$925

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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.

Farer Discovery II

The Farer Discovery II is widely praised for its comfortable 39.5mm wearability, suiting all wrist sizes and occasions, and its bold plum sunburst dial, which exhibits varied color interpretations. Owners also highlight the excellent case and bracelet design, with one noting it is a "dream to wear." The La Joux Perret G101 automatic movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery II highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price.

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