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Fortis Stratoliner S-41vsSugess Tourbillon Master S454

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Stratoliner S-41
FortisStratoliner S-41
MSRP $5,450
Tourbillon Master S454
SugessTourbillon Master S454
MSRP $999

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Stratoliner S-4141mm
Tourbillon Master S45441mm
Power Reserve
Stratoliner S-4160h
Tourbillon Master S45440h
Water Resistance
Stratoliner S-41200m
Tourbillon Master S4545m
MSRP
Stratoliner S-41$5,450
Tourbillon Master S454$999

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Thickness
14mm
8.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Water Resistance
200m
5m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
ST8000
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
60h
40h
Jewels
36
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$999

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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.

Sugess Tourbillon Master S454

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 for its attractive dial finishing, sharp case edges, and the visual appeal of its genuine tourbillon, especially considering its price point. Specific strengths highlighted include a delicate 38mm size with 11.5mm thickness and a crisp winding feel. However, multiple owners note accuracy issues, with figures ranging from +6 to +11 seconds per day and one report of -12 seconds per day. Concerns are also raised about the movement's finishing upon close inspection, the lack of internal anti-reflective coating causing reflections, a small crown that makes winding cumbersome, and potential long-term durability and serviceability challenges. The 24-hour complication is not independently adjustable, and water resistance is limited to 50m. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 highly for its impressive tourbillon and finishing at the price, despite some noted accuracy and finishing caveats.

From video reviewers

The value proposition of a functional tourbillon movement under $600 is a significant strength. Reviewers noted issues with the bracelet and wearability.

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