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Fortis Novonaut N-42vsLongines DOLCEVITA

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Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230
DOLCEVITA
LonginesDOLCEVITA
MSRP $2,000

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novonaut N-4242mm
DOLCEVITA43.8mm
Power Reserve
Novonaut N-4260h
DOLCEVITA45h
Water Resistance
Novonaut N-42300m
DOLCEVITA30m
MSRP
Novonaut N-42$5,230
DOLCEVITA$2,000

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
43.8mm
Thickness
14.6mm
10.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.8mm
Lug Width
21mm
19mm
Material
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Titanium Legacy
Silver
Indices
Applied
Painted Roman numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
L592.5
Power Reserve
60h
45h
Jewels
36
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,230
$2,000

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Longines DOLCEVITA

Owners widely praise the Longines DOLCEVITA for its elegant dial, beautiful case shape, and value, with some finding its aesthetic superior to other luxury brands. One owner notes the presentation box is high quality. However, multiple owners flag the crown as comically bad and difficult to wind or set. This quartz fashion watch offers a dynamic dial and good wrist presence at $1,600, featuring interchangeable straps. Overall, owners rate the Longines DOLCEVITA highly for its classy appearance and value, with the elegant dial being a key draw.

From video reviewers

The Longines DOLCEVITA's automatic movement is praised for its accuracy and smooth operation. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is comfortable, making it suitable for everyday wear. A drawback is the watch's lume could be brighter, which might be a problem for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

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