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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsPhoibos Argo

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
Argo200m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
40.5mm
Thickness
10.9mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
48mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Maíz
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SII NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$345

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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.

Phoibos Argo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo for its appealing design and color combinations, with one owner highlighting the bronze patina development as a unique characteristic. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its precision, and the included strap is considered a comfortable fit, particularly for narrower wrists. On balance, owners view the Phoibos Argo as a wearable piece of art and a great watch for personal enjoyment.

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