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Formex Essence FortyOnevsFormex Field Automatic

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Essence FortyOne
FormexEssence FortyOne
MSRP $1,890
Field Automatic
FormexField Automatic
MSRP $881
What people say

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Formex Essence FortyOne

Owners widely praise the Formex Essence for its comfortable bracelet, excellent finishing, and slim wearability, with some considering it the best in its price range. Reviewers highlight its compelling value, sporty-chic aesthetic, and build quality that suggests a more expensive product, noting the patented suspension system and chronometer-certified movement. Some owners dislike the brand name and logo, and the dial design is considered derivative by some. The 43mm case wears well due to its 10mm thickness and 49mm lug-to-lug, though some find it large on smaller wrists. A point of contention for some is the non-screw-down crown, despite its 100m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Essence highly for its exceptional comfort and build quality at its price point.

Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence FortyOne41mm
Field Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Essence FortyOne41h
Field Automatic41h
Water Resistance
Essence FortyOne100m
Field Automatic150m
MSRP
Essence FortyOne$1,890
Field Automatic$881

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Arctic White
Ash Grey

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,890
$881
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