Biatec Marine 01 NvsFormex Field Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Biatec Marine 01 N at true scale

Marine 01 N

Formex Field Automatic at true scale

Field Automatic

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.6mm

Thickness

11.2mm

10.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

150m

highest

Power Reserve

41h

41h

MSRP

$1,490

$881

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Category
n/a
Field
Thickness
11.15mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.6mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Ash Grey
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,490
$881
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Biatec Marine 01 N

The Biatec Marine 01 N is praised for its 40mm case size, which owners find easy to wear and comfortable on average wrists, contributing to good legibility. The integrated bracelet is noted for its articulation and sturdy build. The dial features a sunburst black to grey finish that further enhances legibility. Owners perceive good build quality for its price point. One owner noted the watch's 2000-foot water resistance. On balance, owners appreciate the Biatec Marine 01 N for its comfortable wearability and legible dial design.

Formex Field Automatic

The Formex Field Automatic is widely praised for its durable, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment, offering robust and lightweight wearability. Owners and reviewers highlight the upmarket feel and legibility of its complex dials, the comfort provided by quick-release straps and carbon clasps, and the value it presents under $1000. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. Some find the numeral typography less appealing, and one reviewer notes the lume application is thin and not long-lasting. The watch is priced at $870 or £695. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its comfortable, lightweight titanium construction and well-executed, legible dials at its price point.

From video reviewers

The titanium case construction and the sandwich dial are consistently praised. Reviewers noted a perceived "corner cut" and questioned the value at its price point.