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Formex Field AutomaticvsOak & Oscar The Olmsted 38

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What people say

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

Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The titanium case construction and the sandwich dial are consistently praised. Reviewers noted a perceived "corner cut" and questioned the value at its price point.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 is praised for its sharp, stealthy aesthetic with a durable ceramic-coated stainless steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its excellent wearability at 38mm and the value proposition at $1,475, which includes two strap options. The watch features a sandwich dial with stencil numerals and orange accents, powered by a modified ETA 2892-A2 movement. Overall, reviewers find Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 to be a modern and aggressive take on the classic field watch, offering exceptional value.

From video reviewers

The Olmsted 38 features tightly executed tolerances and an ultra-fine level of finishing. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Field Automatic40mm
The Olmsted 3838mm
Power Reserve
Field Automatic41h
The Olmsted 3842h
Water Resistance
Field Automatic150m
The Olmsted 38100m
MSRP
Field Automatic$881
The Olmsted 38$1,775

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
44.9mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
100m
Caseback
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-domed
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Ash Grey
Green
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW300-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
41h
42h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$881
$1,775
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