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Fortis Vagabond V-40vsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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Vagabond V-40
FortisVagabond V-40
MSRP $7,480
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vagabond V-4040mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Vagabond V-4070h
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
Vagabond V-40200m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
Vagabond V-40$7,480
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
11.7mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Titanium
UltraHex Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Gray
Yellow

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Manufacture WERK 13
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
70h
40h
Jewels
28
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,480
$499

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What people say

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Fortis Vagabond V-40

The Fortis Vagabond V-40 is praised for its charismatic, retro 70s feel, featuring a titanium case, a unique dial with an 18K white gold GMT ring, and a Kenissi-developed Werk 13 chronometer movement. Owners note its good build quality and comfort, with one describing it as oozing cool. However, its $6,150 USD price is considered a "tough sell" and a "colossal misstep" by some, with concerns raised about its 14mm thickness, 51mm lug-to-lug, and poor resale value, though one reviewer noted the bracelet's lack of taper as a minor drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Fortis Vagabond V-40's unique charm and solid build but question its value proposition at its price point.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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