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Formex Field AutomaticvsZelos Nova 37

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

From video reviewers

The wafer-thin case and intricate dial textures are standout features. The quality of the stock leather strap is a shared concern. Reviewers differed on whether the 37mm or 38mm case size was more accurate.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Field Automatic40mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
Field Automatic41h
Nova 37
Water Resistance
Field Automatic150m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
Field Automatic$881
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
10.6mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
37mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Ash Grey
Salmon
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
41h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$881
$899
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