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Nodus Contrail GMTvsFortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT

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Contrail GMT
NodusContrail GMT
MSRP $900
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contrail GMT40.5mm
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
Power Reserve
Contrail GMT42h
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
Water Resistance
Contrail GMT200m
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
MSRP
Contrail GMT$900
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
43mm
Thickness
11.8mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Original
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075 GMT
Sellita SW330-2
Power Reserve
42h
56h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$4,840

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What people say

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Nodus Contrail GMT

The Nodus Contrail GMT is praised for its excellent case and bracelet quality, impressive finishing that suggests a much higher price point, and brilliant proportions, making it a well-executed flier-style GMT. Owners and reviewers highlight its slender 40.5mm case, comfortable flat-link bracelet, and 200 meters of water resistance. The Miyota Caliber 9075 movement is noted, with one source reporting accuracy regulated to +/-8 seconds per day. Some find the red Contrail name on the dial and red numerals on the roulette disc difficult to read, and the small crown and large guards may be tedious for some. One user questioned the bidirectional bezel's lack of a 60-minute index despite the existing 24-hour scale. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Contrail GMT highly for its value and build quality at its price point.

Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT is widely praised for its stunning dial execution, COSC-certified Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve, and legible Brixtrack luminous indices. Owners and reviewers highlight the surprisingly wearable 43mm titanium case and bracelet, noting its lightness and comfort despite the size, with one source specifically mentioning a quick-adjustable extension. The watch offers 200m water resistance and features a Synchroline indicator. However, some owners note the titanium scratches easily and the bracelet can be difficult to size. The watch is priced at €4,500. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT highly for its purpose-focused pilot's watch design and innovative movement.

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