Which is cheaper, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical?

At MSRP the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical is the cheaper of the two at $975, against $5,450 for the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC — a $4,475 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC wears larger at 44mm versus 36mm for the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical — a 8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC or the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical?

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical carries a 80-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC.

What movement does the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC run compared to the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC runs a automatic caliber (Sellita SW220-1), while the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical runs a manual (H-50).

Side by side

Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsHamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

M-44 DLC

MSRP $5,450

Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical

h76419931

MSRP $975

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm

Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical36mm

Power Reserve

Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h

Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical80h

Water Resistance

Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m

Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical100m

MSRP

Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450

Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical$975

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Mineral

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

H-50

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

38h

80h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,450

$975

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What people say

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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC is widely praised for its robust COSC-certified Kenissi Werk 11 movement, offering a 70-hour power reserve, and its stealthy, scratch-resistant Dianoir DLC coating. Owners find it comfortable to wear despite its 44mm size, with one owner considering it a standout piece. Some reviewers note a subtle difference in the color tone of the DLC coating on the crown and bezel lock between variants. Overall, owners and reviewers regard the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC highly for its durable construction and reliable, high-spec movement.

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical for its superior fit and finish, clean and unique design, and overall value, with one owner calling it a significant step up in build quality. The watch measures 36mm wide with a 41.7mm lug-to-lug and 12.8mm thickness. Some owners express concern over its mineral crystal, with one noting the bezel's detents are "kinda whatever." On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical highly for its build quality and value proposition.

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