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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsGrand Seiko SLGA015

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
SLGA015
Grand SeikoSLGA015
MSRP $12,600

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
SLGA01543.8mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
SLGA015120h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
SLGA015200m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
SLGA015$12,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
43.8mm
Thickness
10.9mm
13.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
51.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Maíz
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9RA5
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
120h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$12,600

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGA015

The Grand Seiko SLGA015 is widely praised for its exceptional accuracy, with owners reporting performance far exceeding the stated 10 seconds per month. The Spring Drive movement's smooth sweep and 5-day power reserve are also noted strengths, as is the lighter titanium case construction. However, some owners find the bracelet extension non-intuitive, and one noted the clasp scratched easily. The watch features a nature-inspired, wave-like dial texture. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SLGA015 highly for its impressive accuracy and quality construction.

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