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Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMTvsPinion Pure Steel

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Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840
Pure Steel
PinionPure Steel
MSRP $1,715

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
Pure Steel38mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
Pure Steel45h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
Pure Steel100m
MSRP
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840
Pure Steel$1,715

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Original
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Sellita SW261-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
56h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,840
$1,715

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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.

Pinion Pure Steel

Owners widely praise the Pinion Pure Steel's balanced 38mm case size and 44mm lug-to-lug, fitting most wrists well. The dial is described as clear and essential, though reviewers note the lack of a minute track makes precise minute setting difficult. Accuracy is regulated in-house to +/- 5 to +/- 15 seconds per day. Some commenters found the white straps on featured watches to look "horrible." Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Pinion Pure Steel for its well-proportioned case and essential dial design.

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