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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsSeiko Astron

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
Astron
SeikoAstron
MSRP $2,200

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
Astron41.2mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
Astron40h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
Astron100m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
Astron$2,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
38.5mm
41.2mm
Thickness
10.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
Maíz
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
3X62
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Jewels
25
10

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$2,200

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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.

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular time-telling technology, GPS time sync, and grab-and-go convenience, with many calling it the best watch they have ever owned. Reviewers and owners highlight the well-managed dial detail, textured hour markers, and high-contrast edges, as well as the well-finished case and bracelet. Some find the lightweight titanium build and quick bracelet adjustment contribute to comfortable wearability. Accuracy is noted as +/- 15 seconds per month without GPS, though the autonomous quartz movement can be easily reset by looking at the sky. Criticisms include DST not being automatically implemented, recessed buttons requiring a sharp object for adjustment, and sparse lume with no 12 o'clock marker. Some owners feel the price point is too expensive for its aesthetic appeal. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Astron highly for its advanced time-telling technology and convenient features.

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