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Formex Essence FortyOnevsHamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto

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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.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto is praised for its redesigned dial that balances complexity and legibility, forming an "H" logo and highlighting the H-10-S movement. Owners appreciate the 80-hour power reserve and the seamless blend of the bracelet with the lugs. The watch is available in 40mm and 36mm sizes, with prices ranging from A$1,925 to A$2,200, and features 50m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto highly for its distinctive dial design and impressive power reserve at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 automatic movement is a notable strength. Water resistance to 5 ATM is considered on the lower side for the price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence FortyOne41mm
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto36mm
Power Reserve
Essence FortyOne41h
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto80h
Water Resistance
Essence FortyOne100m
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto50m
MSRP
Essence FortyOne$1,890
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto$1,475

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Skeleton
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Arctic White
purple
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Hamilton H-10-S
Power Reserve
41h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,890
$1,475
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