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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Casual
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Maíz
40mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$750

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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.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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