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Formex Essence FortythreevsCincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot

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Essence Fortythree
FormexEssence Fortythree
MSRP $1,850
P-40 A-11 Pilot
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot
MSRP $695
What people say

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot for its great size, comfortable bracelet, phenomenal timekeeping, simple design, and great craftsmanship. One owner notes the finishing is sharp. Some users wish for a smaller size, and one owner points out the quick-release spring bars can dig in while the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot highly for its great size and phenomenal timekeeping.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Fortythree43mm
P-40 A-11 Pilot38mm
Power Reserve
Essence Fortythree38h
P-40 A-11 Pilot65h
Water Resistance
Essence Fortythree100m
P-40 A-11 Pilot100m
MSRP
Essence Fortythree$1,850
P-40 A-11 Pilot$695

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Pilot
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid
Screw Down with Sapphire Display

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Brown
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-2 b
Power Reserve
38h
65h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$695
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