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Formex Essence FortythreevsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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Essence Fortythree
FormexEssence Fortythree
MSRP $1,850
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Fortythree43mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Essence Fortythree38h
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
Essence Fortythree100m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
Essence Fortythree$1,850
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
43mm
37mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
UltraHex Titanium

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Yellow
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$499

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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.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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