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Formex Essence FortyOnevsanOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

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Essence FortyOne
FormexEssence FortyOne
MSRP $1,890
Model 2 Porcelain
anOrdainModel 2 Porcelain
MSRP $2,356

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence FortyOne41mm
Model 2 Porcelain39.5mm
Power Reserve
Essence FortyOne41h
Model 2 Porcelain68h
Water Resistance
Essence FortyOne100m
Model 2 Porcelain50m
MSRP
Essence FortyOne$1,890
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
41mm
39.5mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Arctic White
Model 2 Porcelain
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
La Joux-Perret G101
Power Reserve
41h
68h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,890
$2,356

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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.

anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain for its artistic haute horological experience, sublime design, and exceptional craftsmanship, highlighting the hand-finished, carved, and curved lugs. Reviewers note the deep, glossy black porcelain dial with pad-printed gold numerals and hand-painted lume, though dimples from the traditional production process are visible in certain lighting. The watch features a 39.5mm brushed steel case, a sapphire caseback revealing the La Joux-Perret G101 movement with a 68-hour power reserve, and 50-meter water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain highly for its unique dial material and detailed case finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain's handmade enamel dial is a notable strength, praised by multiple reviewers for its unique, subtle color shift. A potential drawback is the relatively modest water resistance of 50 meters, which may be a trade-off for the watch's focus on aesthetics. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug fit, with some finding it comfortable and others noting it's somewhat large.

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