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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time

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Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450
Presage Cocktail Time
SeikoPresage Cocktail Time
MSRP $575

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Presage Cocktail Time30.3mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Presage Cocktail Time40h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
Presage Cocktail Time50m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450
Presage Cocktail Time$575

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
44mm
30.3mm
Thickness
14mm
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
37mm
Lug Width
22mm
14mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
2R05
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
21

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$575

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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.

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time is widely praised for its stunning dials and exceptional value, with owners noting it competes with watches costing significantly more. One owner specifically commends the green Mockingbird variant's dial, indices, hands, and crown. However, potential legibility issues due to dial patterns and hands, the use of Hardlex crystal instead of sapphire, and strap/bracelet sizing concerns are noted criticisms. The case on some variants is described as big, round, and somewhat uninspired. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its dial artistry and value proposition.

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