Formex Essence FortythreevsSeiko Selection SARV001

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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

Seiko Selection SARV001 at true scale

Selection SARV001

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

lowest

51.5mm

Thickness

10.6mm

lowest

11.6mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

38h

41h

highest

MSRP

$1,850

$181

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko 4R36

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
51.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$181
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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.

Seiko Selection SARV001

Owners widely praise the Seiko Selection SARV001 for its exceptional value, with many considering it a bargain and a strong alternative to more expensive watches. Its comfortable fit and versatile style make it suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. The 4R36 movement is noted as an improvement over lower-tier Seiko movements, and one owner reports an accuracy of +4 seconds per day. Some owners find the OEM bracelet disappointing, but the watch is considered a "strap monster" with good potential for customization. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Selection SARV001 highly for its killer style and value for money.

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