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Cincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual WindvsFormex Essence Fortythree

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The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind
Cincinnati Watch CompanyThe Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind
MSRP $695
Essence Fortythree
FormexEssence Fortythree
MSRP $1,850
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Cincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnatus Field for its exceptional value, citing the Sellita SW210-1 manual-wind movement, gilt numerals, textured dial, and sapphire crystal, all assembled in the USA for under $400. Exceptional customer service is noted, with the maker accommodating left-handed dial flips. The watch is well-made and runs at approximately -2 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company highly for its impressive specification set and value proposition.

Formex Essence Fortythree

Owners widely praise the Formex Essence Fortythree for its comfortable wearability, excellent finishing for its price point, and a dial that plays well with light, with one owner noting the blue dial's variable appearance. The bracelet's micro-adjust system is functional, and the leather strap and deployant are considered exceptional. Reviewers highlight the watch's legible design and slim 10mm case, noting its significant value under $1,300. Some find the dial design derivative and the hardware-style logo out of place, while others consider the white dial stark. Consumer confusion exists regarding COSC versus non-COSC movement options. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Essence Fortythree highly for its luxury-level finishing and comfortable, value-driven design.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind38mm
Essence Fortythree43mm
Power Reserve
The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind45h
Essence Fortythree38h
Water Resistance
The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind100m
Essence Fortythree100m
MSRP
The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind$695
Essence Fortythree$1,850

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
38mm
43mm
Thickness
10.2mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Screw Down Steel
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Indices
Applied
Lume
X1 C3
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
45h
38h
Jewels
18
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$695
$1,850
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