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Astor + Banks Fortitude ProvsSeiko Astron

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Fortitude Pro
Astor + BanksFortitude Pro
MSRP $675
Astron
SeikoAstron
MSRP $2,500

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fortitude Pro38.5mm
Astron42mm
Power Reserve
Fortitude Pro40h
Astron40h
Water Resistance
Fortitude Pro200m
Astron100m
MSRP
Fortitude Pro$675
Astron$2,500

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
38.5mm
42mm
Thickness
11.9mm
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
Magenta
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
5X83
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Jewels
25
14

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$675
$2,500

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro for its scratch-resistant coating, thin and compact 38.5mm case, and versatile dial options. The layered finishing with polished chamfers and comfortable bracelet are frequently highlighted as strong points, contributing to its wearability. One owner notes good timekeeping, while a reviewer states the Miyota 9015 movement is adjusted to +/-10 seconds per day. A potential drawback mentioned is the date numeral appearing in half shadow due to anti-magnetic shielding, and one owner considers the bracelet clasp dated. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Fortitude Pro highly for its durable construction and thoughtful design at its price point.

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular technology, solar-powered quartz movement, and GPS time synchronization, making it a convenient grab-and-go option. The watch is frequently noted for its comfortable and lightweight titanium build, with some models featuring well-finished cases and robust ceramic bezels. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's dynamic and shiny appearance, with textured hour markers and high-contrast edges. Accuracy is generally considered good, with figures ranging from +/- 15 seconds per month to within 1/2 second per day, easily corrected by GPS signal. However, some owners note that DST requires manual adjustment and that automatic time syncing depends on proximity to radio wave towers. The price point is a concern for some, who feel it competes with luxury watches without the same aesthetic appeal. One owner pointed out minimal lume and a slight misalignment of the minute hand on their model.

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