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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
36mm
Thickness
10.9mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Maíz
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,800

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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.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness at its price point.

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