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Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41vsFormex Essence Leggera FortyThree

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What people say

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Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41

Owners widely praise the Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 for its refined and elegant design, iconic Navitimer aesthetic with a beaded bezel and slide rule, and sharp, less busy dial. The 41mm case is noted for its slimmer profile and highly polished finishing, making it a good daily wear. Some owners express ongoing thrill with their watches years later, finding the quality comparable to other luxury brands. One owner finds the clasp difficult to undo initially, though others report it breaks in quickly. The watch features a GMT hand and a 24-hour scale integrated into the dial, with the date at 6 o'clock. On balance, owners rate the Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 highly for its iconic design and refined daily wearability.

Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree for its exceptionally light and comfortable forged carbon case, innovative suspension system, and detailed CNC-cut dial. The chronometer-grade Sellita SW200-1 movement is noted for its accuracy, and the bracelet is described as fantastic. Some owners find the design not to their taste, and while its 43mm size and light weight contribute to good wearability, one reviewer notes the unique style limits versatility. The watch is considered pricey for a microbrand but worth the cost due to its quality and engineering. Overall, owners rate the Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree highly for its innovative construction and comfortable wearability.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Navitimer Automatic GMT 4141mm
Essence Leggera FortyThree43mm
Power Reserve
Navitimer Automatic GMT 4142h
Essence Leggera FortyThree41h
Water Resistance
Navitimer Automatic GMT 4130m
Essence Leggera FortyThree100m
MSRP
Navitimer Automatic GMT 41$6,450
Essence Leggera FortyThree$2,520

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Sport
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
11.65mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Carbon
Finish
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Space Glacier
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 32
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,450
$2,520
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