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Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMTvsPagani Design PD-1780

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Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840
PD-1780
Pagani DesignPD-1780
MSRP $111

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
PD-178040mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
PD-178040h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
PD-1780100m
MSRP
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840
PD-1780$111

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Original
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
TMI VH88
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,840
$111

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What people say

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1780

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1780 for its stunning appearance and exceptional value, with many highlighting its flawless dial surfaces and impressive finishing at its $70 price point. The watch is noted for its decent to impressive lume, and the Seiko VH88 quartz movement provides a 4-beat-per-second sweeping seconds hand. However, a recurring point of contention among owners is the numeral arrangement, particularly the "3" and "4" o'clock positions, which some find disorienting or less appealing. One owner also noted weak lume on their example. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1780 highly for its value and aesthetics, despite some reservations about dial design elements.

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