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Formex Essence Leggera FortyThreevsSpinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)

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Essence Leggera FortyThree
FormexEssence Leggera FortyThree
MSRP $2,520
Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)
SpinnakerHull California (Olive Oyl Red)
MSRP $375

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Leggera FortyThree43mm
Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)42mm
Power Reserve
Essence Leggera FortyThree41h
Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)40h
Water Resistance
Essence Leggera FortyThree100m
Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)100m
MSRP
Essence Leggera FortyThree$2,520
Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)$375

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47.5mm
Material
Carbon
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Space Glacier
Olive Oyl Red
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,520
$375

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What people say

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Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree for its exceptionally light and comfortable forged carbon case, innovative suspension system, and detailed CNC-cut dial. The chronometer-grade Sellita SW200-1 movement is noted for its accuracy, and the bracelet is described as fantastic. Some owners find the design not to their taste, and while its 43mm size and light weight contribute to good wearability, one reviewer notes the unique style limits versatility. The watch is considered pricey for a microbrand but worth the cost due to its quality and engineering. Overall, owners rate the Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree highly for its innovative construction and comfortable wearability.

Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)'s polished case finish and textured dial, with one owner finding its jubilee bracelet superior to Seiko's. Some find the 24-hour subdial functionally illogical and visually unappealing, while others prefer a smoother dial texture over the current finish. On balance, owners value the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) for its striking dial and high-quality bracelet at its price point.

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