Fortis Marinemaster M-40vsPhoibos Eagle Ray 200M
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Measurements
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Marinemaster M-40
Eagle Ray 200M
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
lowest
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$3,520
$480
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 9015
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 for its gorgeous appearance and strong wrist presence, noting its impressive lume. The watch comes with a bracelet and three rubber straps, including a deployant buckle. On balance, owners rate the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 highly for its aesthetic appeal and comprehensive strap package.
The watch's Swiss Made construction and robust design are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the bracelet as a potential point of contention.
Owners widely praise the Phoibos Eagle Ray Date's design and logo, with one owner noting its well-made appearance despite the low cost and another appreciating the symmetrical date window at 6 o'clock. The watch features a ceramic bezel and a slightly domed sapphire crystal. However, multiple owners report receiving non-functional watches and experiencing poor customer service when seeking refunds. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Eagle Ray Date positively for its design and value, though significant concerns exist regarding initial functionality and customer support.
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