Formex Essence FortythreevsOmega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer

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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.

Formex Essence Fortythree at true scale

Essence Fortythree

Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer at true scale

Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer

Diameter

43mm

29mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

31.2mm

lowest

Thickness

10.6mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

38h

50h

highest

MSRP

$1,850

lowest

$11,200

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Omega 8700

Case

7 specs
Diameter
43mm
29mm
Thickness
10.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
31.2mm
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Steel & Yellow Gold
Finish
n/a
Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Omega 8700
Power Reserve
38h
50h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$11,200
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Reviews

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

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.

Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer

Owners widely praise the Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer for its clean design and consider it the brand's most underrated model, with some viewing it as a potential heirloom. Reviewers note its handsome, well-built, and refined case, along with a silky sun-brushed dial. However, owners are restricted to Omega-supplied straps, as the Constellation's notched strap design is incompatible with standard alternatives. One owner flags that Omega's refusal to supply parts for Co-Axial movements leads to higher servicing costs at official centers. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer highly for its elegant design and build quality, despite servicing and strap limitations.