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Fortis Flieger F-43 BicompaxvsMr Jones Watches The Accurate: mechanical

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Flieger F-43 Bicompax
FortisFlieger F-43 Bicompax
MSRP $4,180
The Accurate: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesThe Accurate: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-43 Bicompax43mm
The Accurate: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-43 Bicompax58h
The Accurate: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-43 Bicompax200m
The Accurate: mechanical
MSRP
Flieger F-43 Bicompax$4,180
The Accurate: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Casual
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
14.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Original
40mm

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510 BH a
Power Reserve
58h
40h
Jewels
27
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,180
$750

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What people say

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Fortis Flieger F-43 Bicompax

Owners widely praise the Fortis Original for its tool-watch aesthetic, legibility, and robust construction, with many noting excellent lume that lasts all night and precise day/date changes at midnight. The brushed stainless steel case is well-finished, and the 38mm size is considered comfortable and well-weighted despite being smaller than modern watches. Accuracy figures range from +2 seconds/day to +8 seconds/day, and some owners compare Fortis quality favorably to Omega. However, some users find the MSRP too high compared to brands like Sinn and Damasko, and one owner reported internal parts dislodging from a limited edition model. Concerns have also been raised about stripped lug screws on B-42 models and potential parts shortages due to past bankruptcy protection filings. Overall, owners rate the Fortis Original highly for its durable construction and tool-watch functionality at a competitive price point.

Mr Jones Watches The Accurate: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches The Accurate: mechanical is widely seen as a joy-bringing, eye-catching timepiece with a unique dial message. Owners report it's not a gimmick and brings happiness with every glance, with one noting it runs at standard time with 1 second equaling 1 second. However, some find its case design unappealing and not the most comfortable, while a reviewer noted visible dust specs on the mirrored dial. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate Mr Jones Watches The Accurate: mechanical for its unique, happiness-inducing dial and its non-gimmicky mechanical execution.

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