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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsHamilton Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto
HamiltonVentura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto
MSRP $2,275

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto80h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto50m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto$2,275

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Skeleton
Thickness
14.6mm
12.33mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
H-10-S
Power Reserve
60h
80h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$2,275

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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.

Hamilton Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto is widely praised as a conversation starter with a futuristic, sci-fi aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite its unconventional triangular shape. Owners note the skeletonized dial with lightning bolt-like shapes and the well-decorated H-10-S automatic movement, which offers an 80-hour power reserve. While some find the case size measurements "wonky" and potentially large at 44mm at its longest point, others report it wears like a 42mm and is comfortable. Opinions are split on its appearance, with some calling it a stunner and others finding it unattractive. The price is considered high by some, and proprietary straps can be an issue. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Hamilton Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto for its unique design and conversation-starting appeal, with the skeletonized movement and 80-hour power reserve being specific highlights.

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