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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsMr Jones Watches K9

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
K9
Mr Jones WatchesK9
MSRP $225

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
K9
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
K940h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
K9
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
K9$225

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Casual
Diameter
38.5mm
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
Limited edition

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$225

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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 K9

Owners widely report the Mr Jones Watches K9 is a fun, quirky, and unique artistic piece that serves as a conversation starter, with some noting reliable movements and solid customer support. However, some owners found the build quality lacking, reporting issues with misaligned hands and needing to return their watches multiple times, while others find them difficult to read and question the value at full price. On balance, owners view the Mr Jones Watches K9 as a well-made artistic statement, with its unique design being the primary draw despite potential readability and build quality concerns.

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