Citizen Series 8 831vsFormex Essence Fortythree

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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.

Citizen Series 8 831 at true scale

Series 8 831

Formex Essence Fortythree at true scale

Essence Fortythree

Diameter

40mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49mm

Thickness

n/a

10.6mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

38h

MSRP

$1,095

lowest

$1,850

Movement

Miyota 9051

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
n/a
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
n/a
Dial Color
Green
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9051
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
42h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$1,850
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Reviews

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

Citizen Series 8 831

Owners widely praise the Citizen Series 8 831 for its impressive finishing and textured dials, with the blue dial and bracelet play of light specifically noted as luxurious and comfortable on the wrist. The watch utilizes the Miyota 9051 automatic movement, offers 100m water resistance, and features a 40mm case. Accuracy is reported between -10 to +20 seconds per day with a 42-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Series 8 831 highly for its luxurious feel and dial finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The case finishing, with its contrasting brushed and polished surfaces, is a notable strength. The 40mm case size and comfortable fit are also consistently mentioned. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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.