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Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsZelos Blacktip 200m Ti

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Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650
Blacktip 200m Ti
ZelosBlacktip 200m Ti
MSRP $599

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
Blacktip 200m Ti41mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Lite40h
Blacktip 200m Ti40h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Lite200m
Blacktip 200m Ti200m
MSRP
Fortitude Lite$650
Blacktip 200m Ti$599

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
41mm
Thickness
10.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
41mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Maíz
Aventurine

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$599

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti for its value, titanium construction, and unique dial options, with many appreciating its comfortable 41mm size and angled lugs. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its dual lume and smooth winding, while the bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. Some owners find the metal bracelet uncomfortable, preferring alternative straps, and one dislikes the font used on the GMT variant. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti highly for its striking design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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