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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsFortis Stratoliner S-41

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Stratoliner S-41
FortisStratoliner S-41
MSRP $5,450

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Stratoliner S-4141mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Stratoliner S-4160h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Stratoliner S-41200m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Stratoliner S-41$5,450

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
14.6mm
14mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
White

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$5,450

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What people say

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Fortis Novonaut N-42

Owners widely praise the Fortis B-42 Official Cosmonauts for its stunning fit and finish, excellent legibility, and a precise, grippy bezel, with one owner calling its bracelet the nicest they've ever owned. The Fortis Novonaut N-42 is described as a flawless beast with a WERK 17 column-wheel chronograph movement, featuring enhanced shock resistance and COSC adjustment, and is noted as a handsome tool watch with a beautiful dial and nice pusher action. However, the 42mm case of the B-42 wears larger than expected, and the Novonaut's 44mm case and chunky bracelet make it too large and heavy for many. The Fortis Titanium Legacy is a modern pilot's watch with a titanium case and bracelet, featuring a Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve and three time zones. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Fortis Titanium Legacy for its robust tool watch design and advanced movement technology, despite some concerns about case size and bracelet adjustability.

Fortis Stratoliner S-41

Owners widely praise the Fortis Stratoliner S-41 for its purpose-built design and outstanding details, particularly its space blue lume and bright orange date on the dial. Reviewers note the WERK 17 movement offers a 60-hour power reserve. However, the Fortis Stratoliner S-41's 41mm case thickness and lug-to-lug distance lead some to perceive it as wearing large, and the dial's small text and flat design are flagged as potential drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Fortis Stratoliner S-41's unique design and innovative movement as its primary strengths.

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