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Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMTvsVaer Atlas

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Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840
Atlas
VaerAtlas
MSRP $699

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
Atlas38mm
Power Reserve
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
Atlas100m
MSRP
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840
Atlas$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Original
Cream

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,840
$699

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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.

Vaer Atlas

The Vaer Atlas is widely praised as a versatile everyday watch, with its 100m water resistance and screw-down crown noted as key strengths. Owners appreciate the inclusion of both rubber and nylon straps. One owner found the orange dial color not precisely as expected. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Vaer Atlas a great value for its robust features and everyday wearability.

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