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Formex Essence Leggera FortyOnevsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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Essence Leggera FortyOne
FormexEssence Leggera FortyOne
MSRP $2,520
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Leggera FortyOne41mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Essence Leggera FortyOne41h
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
Essence Leggera FortyOne100m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
Essence Leggera FortyOne$2,520
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
41mm
37mm
Thickness
11mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Carbon
UltraHex Titanium

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Space Glacier
Yellow
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,520
$499

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What people say

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Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne

The Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne is lauded for its exceptional comfort, stemming from its ultra-light forged carbon and ceramic construction, short lugs, and signature suspension system. Reviewers highlight the chronometer-certified Sellita SW200-1 movement and the compelling price point. Criticisms include a clasp that is considered too thick and lug holes that are too close for generic straps, limiting versatility for some. The push-pull crown design is noted as a potential drawback despite 100m water resistance. On balance, reviewers find the Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne a highly comfortable and well-specced watch for its price, particularly appreciating its lightweight construction.

From video reviewers

The watch's carbon fiber construction is praised for its durability and resistance to scratches. The lug-to-lug fit is slightly on the larger side, which may not suit those with smaller wrists.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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