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Formex Essence Leggera FortyThreevsZelos GT

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Essence Leggera FortyThree
FormexEssence Leggera FortyThree
MSRP $2,520
GT
ZelosGT
MSRP $499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Leggera FortyThree43mm
GT42mm
Power Reserve
Essence Leggera FortyThree41h
GT40h
Water Resistance
Essence Leggera FortyThree100m
GT100m
MSRP
Essence Leggera FortyThree$2,520
GT$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
42mm
Material
Carbon
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Space Glacier
SS - Azzurro
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9133
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 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.

Zelos GT

The Zelos GT is lauded for its value and bold design, with owners highlighting the cool power reserve meter and superb 3-point micro-adjust bracelet. Some owners find the case and lugs could hug the wrist better, and the bracelet is noted as being quite long, requiring significant link removal for a 7.1-inch wrist. The dark green dial, while inspired by Lamborghini, is described as appearing mostly black. Overall, owners rate the Zelos GT highly for its value and the quality of its bracelet at the price point.

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