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Formex Essence FortyOnevsHamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto

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Essence FortyOne
FormexEssence FortyOne
MSRP $1,890
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto
HamiltonJazzmaster Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,045

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence FortyOne41mm
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto40mm
Power Reserve
Essence FortyOne41h
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto80h
Water Resistance
Essence FortyOne100m
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto50m
MSRP
Essence FortyOne$1,890
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto$1,045

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11.52mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
H-40
Power Reserve
41h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,890
$1,045

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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 Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto for its versatility as an everyday and business-casual timepiece. One owner specifically notes it felt the best on their wrist after trying multiple options. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto highly for its comfortable wearability and suitability for various occasions.

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