Astor + Banks Fortitude ProvsIWC Schaffhausen Ingenieur Automatic

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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

IWC Schaffhausen Ingenieur Automatic at true scale

Ingenieur Automatic

Diameter

38.5mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.5mm

n/a

Thickness

11.9mm

10.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

120h

MSRP

$675

lowest

$12,900

Movement

Miyota 9015

32111

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
11.9mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
Magenta
Black

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
32111
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
120h
Jewels
0
21
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$675
$12,900
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

IWC Schaffhausen Ingenieur Automatic

The IWC Schaffhausen Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic is widely praised for its refined Gerald Genta design, excellent case finishing, and comfortable 40mm wearability, with reviewers and owners highlighting its sophisticated proportions and shimmering dial pattern. Some owners cite an elevated price and a lack of micro-adjustments on the bracelet, while one reviewer notes its anti-magnetism relies on a soft iron core. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw328901 Ingenieur Automatic highly for its faithful yet sophisticated reissue of the Genta design with enhanced ergonomics and finishing.