Formex Essence FortyOnevsHamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Formex Essence FortyOne at true scale

Essence FortyOne

Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto at true scale

Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

n/a

Thickness

10.6mm

lowest

10.8mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

41h

80h

highest

MSRP

$1,890

$995

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Hamilton H-10

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
n/a
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
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
41h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,890
$995
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Formex Essence FortyOne

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Formex Essence FortyOne for its excellent bracelet comfort and quality, often considered best in its price class, along with good finishing and slim wearability. The watch is seen as a compelling value, offering a sporty-chic aesthetic and build quality that punches above its weight. Some owners dislike the brand name and logo, and the bolts around the dial are polarizing. A point of contention for some is the non-screw-down crown, raising concerns about swimming, despite its 100m water resistance rating. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Essence FortyOne highly for its exceptional bracelet comfort and finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified automatic movement is a shared strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto for its classic yet modern aesthetic, versatile wearability with suits or jeans, and comfortable fit on average wrists. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its superb case finishing for the price point and its appeal as a great value. Some owners report impressive accuracy, with figures around 1-2 seconds per day. The stock strap is noted as initially stiff, and one owner mentions a discrepancy in the reported case thickness, with Hamilton stating 10.10mm. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto highly for its excellent case finishing and value.

From video reviewers

The watch is considered a good value modern dress watch. Reviewers did not mention any shared weaknesses.