Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Pilomatic or the Formex Essence Fortythree?

At MSRP the Astor + Banks Pilomatic is the cheaper of the two at $1,249, against $1,850 for the Formex Essence Fortythree — a $601 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Pilomatic or the Formex Essence Fortythree?

The Formex Essence Fortythree wears larger at 43mm versus 42mm for the Astor + Banks Pilomatic — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Astor + Banks Pilomatic or the Formex Essence Fortythree?

The Astor + Banks Pilomatic is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Formex Essence Fortythree.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Astor + Banks Pilomatic or the Formex Essence Fortythree?

The Astor + Banks Pilomatic carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Formex Essence Fortythree.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Pilomatic run compared to the Formex Essence Fortythree?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Astor + Banks Pilomatic uses the Sellita SW200 and the Formex Essence Fortythree uses the Sellita SW200-1.

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