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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsHELM Togiak Expedition UTC

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
Togiak Expedition UTC
HELMTogiak Expedition UTC
MSRP $380

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
Togiak Expedition UTC42mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
Togiak Expedition UTC40h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
Togiak Expedition UTC200m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
Togiak Expedition UTC$380

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
38.5mm
42mm
Thickness
10.9mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko Instruments NH34
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$380

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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.

HELM Togiak Expedition UTC

The HELM Togiak Expedition UTC is widely praised for its unique design and excellent lume, with owners appreciating its lightweight titanium case and 200m ISO 6425 capability. Some owners note that its 42mm diameter wears smaller than expected, while others find the size and weight potentially unsuitable for smaller wrists, and the stock bracelet or strap uncomfortable. On balance, owners rate the HELM Togiak Expedition UTC highly for its distinctive design and robust build at its price point.

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