Christopher Ward C63 Sealander AutomaticvsFormex Essence Fortythree

lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures

Measurements

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

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic at true scale

C63 Sealander Automatic

Formex Essence Fortythree at true scale

Essence Fortythree

Diameter

36mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

lowest

49mm

Thickness

10.9mm

10.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

150m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

65h

highest

38h

MSRP

$1,430

lowest

$1,850

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
36mm
43mm
Thickness
10.9mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
65h
38h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,430
$1,850
Keep your wishlist and collection together in the appExplore the app

Reviews

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

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic for its excellent finishing, build quality, and GADA versatility, with some finding its design more interesting than alternatives and its on-the-fly micro-adjust bracelet a key strength. Some owners consider it a bargain and among the brand's best offerings. However, one owner finds the dial's multiple color pops distracting, and another notes the lume is weak compared to cheaper competitors. The Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic features a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, 150m water resistance, and a 36mm case. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic highly for its exceptional finishing and GADA versatility at its price point.

Formex Essence Fortythree

Owners widely praise the Formex Essence Fortythree for its comfortable wearability, excellent finishing, and the value it offers, with reviewers highlighting its attractive and legible design. The bracelet's micro-adjust system is functional, though not on-the-fly, and the dial's play with light is a consistent positive, though some find the design derivative or the white dial stark. One owner notes the leather strap and deployant are exceptional. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Essence Fortythree highly for its luxury-level finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Similar watches

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price, microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

DiscussionNot started

Also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog: alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.