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Fortis Stratoliner S-41vsGrand Seiko SBGA481

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Stratoliner S-41
FortisStratoliner S-41
MSRP $5,450
SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Stratoliner S-4141mm
SBGA48144.5mm
Power Reserve
Stratoliner S-4160h
SBGA48172h
Water Resistance
Stratoliner S-41200m
SBGA481200m
MSRP
Stratoliner S-41$5,450
SBGA481$11,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
41mm
44.5mm
Thickness
14mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
Lug Width
21mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
60h
72h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$11,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA481

Grand Seiko SBGA481 owners praise its light titanium case and sharp finishing, with one owner reporting it runs perfectly. Reviewers describe the SBGA481 as an unapologetically Grand Seiko creation with a unique hour hand and a "geeky, techy vibe" that some find daring. On balance, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SBGA481 is a fun and daring watch that showcases the brand's distinctive design language.

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