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Formex Essence FortythreevsYema Superman Steel CMM.10

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Essence Fortythree
FormexEssence Fortythree
MSRP $1,850
Superman Steel CMM.10
YemaSuperman Steel CMM.10
MSRP $1,890

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Fortythree43mm
Superman Steel CMM.1039mm
Power Reserve
Essence Fortythree38h
Superman Steel CMM.1040h
Water Resistance
Essence Fortythree100m
Superman Steel CMM.10300m
MSRP
Essence Fortythree$1,850
Superman Steel CMM.10$1,890

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Yema CMM.10
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$1,890

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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.

Yema Superman Steel CMM.10

Owners widely praise the Yema Superman Steel CMM.10 for its refined casework, including polished lug bevels and an elegant crown guard, and its comfortable 39mm x 10.5mm dimensions. The glossy black lacquer dial and bezel insert are noted for adding depth, and the in-house CMM.10 movement is reported to be accurate, with one owner observing a loss of only 2 seconds over 2 days. The scales bracelet is described as gorgeous and nearly invisible on the wrist, though some find its polished center links too flashy. One reviewer flagged the signature bezel lock mechanism as flimsy and inconvenient. The CMM.10 automatic movement offers a 70-hour power reserve and is regulated to within +5/-3 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Yema Superman Steel CMM.10 highly for its refined finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Yema Steel features an in-house movement with a micro-rotor, one of the most beautiful at this price point. The watch's clasp feels a bit thin, which is a notable drawback. Reviewers disagree on the movement's power reserve, with one reviewer noting a 42-hour reserve and the other not mentioning power reserve at all.

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