Formex Field AutomaticvsTuseno Shellback

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Formex Field Automatic at true scale

Field Automatic

Tuseno Shellback at true scale

Shellback

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.6mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

10.6mm

lowest

11.9mm

Water Resistance

150m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$881

$840

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Thickness
10.6mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
47mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Ash Grey
Yellow

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
41h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$881
$840
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Reviews

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

Formex Field Automatic

The Formex Field Automatic is widely praised for its durable, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment, offering robust and lightweight wearability. Owners and reviewers highlight the upmarket feel and legibility of its complex dials, the comfort provided by quick-release straps and carbon clasps, and the value it presents under $1000. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. Some find the numeral typography less appealing, and one reviewer notes the lume application is thin and not long-lasting. The watch is priced at $870 or £695. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its comfortable, lightweight titanium construction and well-executed, legible dials 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.

Tuseno Shellback

The build quality is cited as a significant strength. Availability is a weakness, with stock running low.