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Formex Essence FortyOnevsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Essence FortyOne
FormexEssence FortyOne
MSRP $1,890
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence FortyOne41mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Essence FortyOne41h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Essence FortyOne100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Essence FortyOne$1,890
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
10.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,890
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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