Which is cheaper, the Formex Essence Fortythree or the Farer Marsden?

At MSRP the Farer Marsden is the cheaper of the two at $1,045, against $1,850 for the Formex Essence Fortythree — a $805 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Formex Essence Fortythree or the Farer Marsden?

The Formex Essence Fortythree wears larger at 43mm versus 35mm for the Farer Marsden — a 8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Formex Essence Fortythree or the Farer Marsden?

The Formex Essence Fortythree is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Farer Marsden.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Formex Essence Fortythree or the Farer Marsden?

The Farer Marsden carries a 45-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Formex Essence Fortythree.

What movement does the Formex Essence Fortythree run compared to the Farer Marsden?

The Formex Essence Fortythree runs a automatic caliber (Sellita SW200-1), while the Farer Marsden runs a manual (Sellita SW210-1).

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At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Essence Fortythree43mm

Marsden35mm

Power Reserve

Essence Fortythree38h

Marsden45h

Water Resistance

Essence Fortythree100m

Marsden50m

MSRP

Essence Fortythree$1,850

Marsden$1,045

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Dial Color

Black

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Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW210-1

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

38h

45h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,850

$1,045

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