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Fortis Stratoliner S-41vsGlycine Combat Sub

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Stratoliner S-41
FortisStratoliner S-41
MSRP $5,450
Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $1,850

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Stratoliner S-4141mm
Combat Sub42mm
Power Reserve
Stratoliner S-4160h
Combat Sub38h
Water Resistance
Stratoliner S-41200m
Combat Sub200m
MSRP
Stratoliner S-41$5,450
Combat Sub$1,850

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
10.45mm
Lug Width
21mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
SW200-1
Power Reserve
60h
38h
Jewels
36
26
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$1,850

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What people say

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Fortis Stratoliner S-41

Owners widely praise the Fortis Stratoliner S-41 for its purpose-built design and outstanding details, particularly its space blue lume and bright orange date on the dial. Reviewers note the WERK 17 movement offers a 60-hour power reserve. However, the Fortis Stratoliner S-41's 41mm case thickness and lug-to-lug distance lead some to perceive it as wearing large, and the dial's small text and flat design are flagged as potential drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Fortis Stratoliner S-41's unique design and innovative movement as its primary strengths.

Glycine Combat Sub

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub for its exceptional thinness, with many noting its 10.4mm to 10.8mm profile for a diver, perfect proportions, and solid build quality that offers significant value, especially at discounted prices. Its unique aesthetic is appreciated for avoiding homage looks, and the lug design contributes to a smaller perceived wear size despite its 42mm case. Some owners report an inconsistent power reserve and sub-par lume that can be difficult to read at night, while one owner noted a slightly off-color lume pip on the chapter ring. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its refined feel, slim profile, and value proposition.

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