Astor + Banks Fortitude ProvsBalticus Watches Moonfish

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro at true scale

Fortitude Pro

Balticus Watches Moonfish at true scale

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 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
11.9mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
904L

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Magenta
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$675
$1,243
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Reviews

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Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro

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.

Balticus Watches Moonfish

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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