Astor + Banks Fortitude ProvsBalticus Watches Moonfish
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Measurements
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Fortitude Pro

Moonfish
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
n/a
Thickness
11.9mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
n/a
42h
MSRP
$675
lowest
$1,243
Movement
Miyota 9015
Miyota 9015
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners and reviewers widely praise the Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro for its top-tier build quality and fit and finish, especially considering its price point and microbrand origin. Specific strengths highlighted include its scratch-resistant coating, versatile white dial, thin 38.5mm case, and good timekeeping. One owner notes the bracelet clasp is considered dated, and a reviewer points out the date numeral is often in half shadow due to anti-magnetic shielding. The Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro features a Miyota 9015 movement and 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro highly for its excellent build quality and wearability at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Balticus Moonfish for its refined aesthetic and unique design elements, with one owner calling the gradient dial neat and another finding the Stardust variant a perfect combination of unusual materials and raw feeling, highlighting the Damascus steel pattern. Reviewers note the watch's 904L steel case and unique knurled bezel. One reviewer considers the EUR 1,305.26 price high for a Miyota 9015-powered watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Balticus Moonfish highly for its distinctive visual appeal and build quality at its price point.
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