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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
14.6mm
12mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Green

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
60h
40h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$428

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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.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

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