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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsOrient Bambino Solar Quartz

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Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450
Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450
Bambino Solar Quartz$265

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
44mm
38.4mm
Thickness
14mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
VS213
Type
Automatic
Solar
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$265

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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.

Orient Bambino Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz for its nice finishing and value, with one owner noting it was worth the $220 spent. However, reviewers consistently flag the mineral crystal as a significant drawback, prone to scratches and abrasions. One owner reports the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz wears thinner due to its lighter movement and less robust construction. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz highly for its finishing and value, despite the mineral crystal's susceptibility to scratches.

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