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Formex Essence FortythreevsTimefactors Voyager GMT

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Essence Fortythree
FormexEssence Fortythree
MSRP $1,850
Voyager GMT
TimefactorsVoyager GMT
MSRP $1,174
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.

Timefactors Voyager GMT

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Voyager GMT for its perfect timekeeping. One owner noted the watch's 15mm thickness as excessive for their wrist, though another owner felt a similarly thick sibling model was not problematic. The Timefactors Voyager GMT is a 42.5mm automatic watch with 300m water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors Voyager GMT highly for its exceptional accuracy and completeness of package.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Fortythree43mm
Voyager GMT42.5mm
Power Reserve
Essence Fortythree38h
Voyager GMT
Water Resistance
Essence Fortythree100m
Voyager GMT300m
MSRP
Essence Fortythree$1,850
Voyager GMT$1,174

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
43mm
42.5mm
Thickness
10.6mm
14.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
52mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SuperLuminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
ETA2893
Power Reserve
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$1,174
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