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Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMTvsSeiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

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

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition43.8mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition200m
MSRP
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition$650

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
43mm
43.8mm
Thickness
14mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.7mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Original
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
4R35
Power Reserve
56h
41h
Jewels
25
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,840
$650

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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition for its exceptional and captivating dial designs, often described as a highlight that evokes ocean surfaces with unique textures and color gradients. The watch is frequently noted for its excellent value, with some reviewers comparing its aesthetics to much higher-priced brands. Owners report satisfactory lume and accurate timekeeping, with figures ranging from +5 seconds per day to more precise results. However, some owners and reviewers point to the bracelet clasp as a point of criticism, describing it as underwhelming or flimsy, and some find the watch to be top-heavy. There are also mentions of imperfect day/date wheel alignment and occasional bezel alignment issues on some models within the line. The Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition is available in various case sizes, with some owners questioning if certain dimensions are too bulky for daily wear.

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