Formex Essence FortythreevsTissot Gentleman Gold bezel

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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

Tissot Gentleman Gold bezel at true scale

Gentleman Gold bezel

Diameter

43mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

n/a

Thickness

10.6mm

lowest

10.6mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

38h

80h

highest

MSRP

$1,850

lowest

$2,450

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Tissot Powermatic 80

Case

6 specs
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10.64mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
38h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$2,450
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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.

Tissot Gentleman Gold bezel

The Tissot Gentleman Gold bezel is widely praised for its impressive finishing and quality, appearing above its price point, particularly with the solid 18k-gold bezel. Owners and reviewers alike highlight its timeless and versatile design, suitable for daily wear and both casual and formal occasions. The Powermatic 80 movement, often noted with a silicon hairspring, is appreciated for its accuracy and 80-hour power reserve. Some owners find the bracelet finishing less refined than the case, and one noted the butterfly clasp on the leather strap variant takes adjustment. One owner reported the bezel attracts scratches but is unnoticeable, while another appreciated how the bezel "ages" with the polished bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Gentleman Gold bezel highly for its exceptional value, combining premium finishing and a robust movement in a classic design.