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Formex Essence FortyOnevsSugess Tourbillon Master SU8002

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Essence FortyOne
FormexEssence FortyOne
MSRP $1,890
Tourbillon Master SU8002
SugessTourbillon Master SU8002
MSRP $1,099
What people say

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

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.

Sugess Tourbillon Master SU8002

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master SU8002 for offering a genuine tourbillon complication at an accessible price point, making a high-end complication attainable. The dial is described as beautiful, evoking a Moser aesthetic, and legibility is considered superb by one owner. However, concerns exist regarding the long-term durability and serviceability of the Chinese-made Seagull ST8230 movement, with some questioning its longevity for the price. The winding stem is noted as feeling flimsy, and the strap and buckle are considered chunky. Quality control can be inconsistent, though customer service is reportedly excellent. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master SU8002 highly for providing an impressive tourbillon complication at an unmatched price.

From video reviewers

The value proposition of a functioning tourbillon at this price point is the strongest cited strength. Reviewers imply potential compromises in other areas to achieve this low cost.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence FortyOne41mm
Tourbillon Master SU800241mm
Power Reserve
Essence FortyOne41h
Tourbillon Master SU800240h
Water Resistance
Essence FortyOne100m
Tourbillon Master SU800250m
MSRP
Essence FortyOne$1,890
Tourbillon Master SU8002$1,099

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Thickness
10.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
12mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seagull ST8230
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,890
$1,099
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