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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsMarloe Watch Company Sceptre S2

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
Sceptre S2
Marloe Watch CompanySceptre S2
MSRP $507

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
Sceptre S242mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
Sceptre S242h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
Sceptre S2200m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
Sceptre S2$507

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Thickness
14.6mm
12.6mm
Lug Width
21mm
22mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
60h
42h
Jewels
36
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$507

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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.

Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2's unique design, with particular admiration for its face, bezel, and distinctive orange chapter ring with "+" hour markers. The bracelet's finish and micro-adjustments are noted as well-executed, contributing to a solid feel and versatility for daily wear. However, some enthusiasts find the 42mm diameter wears large due to the expansive dial and thin bezel. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2 highly for its striking aesthetics and solid build at its price point.

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