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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsanOrdain Model 2

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Model 2
anOrdainModel 2
MSRP $1,207

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Model 236mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Model 242h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Model 250m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Model 2$1,207

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
14.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
21mm
18mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Model 2

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
60h
42h
Jewels
36

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$1,207

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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.

anOrdain Model 2

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exceptional, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, often described as stunning and liquid-like, with a custom typeface and syringe hands. The simple, rugged 36mm steel case is noted for its organic lines and comfortable wearability, and the hand-winding Sellita SW-210 movement offers a smooth winding action. The watch is considered to offer impressive value for its dial work. Some reviewers note the lack of a running seconds hand, a minute track on certain versions, and limited lume on the hands. Water resistance is rated at 5atm, and one reviewer found the AR coating prone to glare. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its exquisite enamel dial and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. The watch's inclusion in the MoMA Store is also noted.

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