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Formex Essence FortythreevsZelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

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Essence Fortythree
FormexEssence Fortythree
MSRP $1,850
Skyraider 40 Skeleton
ZelosSkyraider 40 Skeleton
MSRP $1,999

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Fortythree43mm
Skyraider 40 Skeleton40mm
Power Reserve
Essence Fortythree38h
Skyraider 40 Skeleton40h
Water Resistance
Essence Fortythree100m
Skyraider 40 Skeleton50m
MSRP
Essence Fortythree$1,850
Skyraider 40 Skeleton$1,999

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Skeleton
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
10.6mm
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Ti Damascus LE
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Swiss Skeletonised Marvin 700
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$1,999

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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.

Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

The Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is noted for its skeletonized dial and the use of BGW9 and C3 Super-LumiNova for legibility. It is powered by a manual-wind ETA 6498 movement, offering a 44-hour power reserve. On balance, the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is seen as a cool-looking option, though availability is a factor.

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