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Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMTvsGrand Seiko SBGP009

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Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840
SBGP009
Grand SeikoSBGP009
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
SBGP00940mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
SBGP00940h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
SBGP009100m
MSRP
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840
SBGP009$3,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
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
9F85
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,840
$3,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGP009

Grand Seiko SBGP009 owners note its "normal quartz" movement, and one owner criticizes the bracelet for lacking a taper. One owner cites a 40-year-old Seiko quartz watch that has only required battery changes as evidence of the reliability of Grand Seiko's quartz movements. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its perceived long-term reliability.

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