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Formex Essence FortythreevsTissot T-Complication Squelette

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Essence Fortythree
FormexEssence Fortythree
MSRP $1,850
T-Complication Squelette
TissotT-Complication Squelette
MSRP $2,295

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Fortythree43mm
T-Complication Squelette43mm
Power Reserve
Essence Fortythree38h
T-Complication Squelette46h
Water Resistance
Essence Fortythree100m
T-Complication Squelette50m
MSRP
Essence Fortythree$1,850
T-Complication Squelette$2,295

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Skeleton
Thickness
10.6mm
11.99mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
43mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Transparent
Indices
Applied
Indexes
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
38h
46h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$2,295

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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.

Tissot T-Complication Squelette

Owners widely praise the Tissot T-Complication Squelette for its mesmerizing mechanical movement and industrial look, with many finding it offers great value. The pallet fork ticking is frequently noted as loud, a characteristic some owners appreciate while others find it noticeable in quiet environments. Some users flag the non-hacking seconds hand as a drawback for precise time setting, and opinions on its size are mixed, with some finding it too large for thin wrists. Overall, owners rate the Tissot T-Complication Squelette highly for its quality craftsmanship and the captivating skeletonized movement at its price point.

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