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Formex Essence FortyOne — Arctic White
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Formex Essence FortyOne

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Owners widely praise the Formex Essence for its comfortable bracelet, excellent finishing, and slim wearability, with some considering it the best in its price range. Reviewers highlight its compelling value, sporty-chic aesthetic, and build quality that suggests a more expensive product, noting the patented suspension system and chronometer-certified movement. Some owners dislike the brand name and logo, and the dial design is considered derivative by some. The 43mm case wears well due to its 10mm thickness and 49mm lug-to-lug, though some find it large on smaller wrists. A point of contention for some is the non-screw-down crown, despite its 100m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Essence highly for its exceptional comfort and build quality at its price point.

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Lume:Super-LumiNova
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Case
41mm
Power Reserve
41h
Movement
Automatic
Water Resistance
100m
Crystal
Sapphire
01

Case Dimensions

Diameter41mm
Thickness10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug46.5mm
Lug Width22mm
02

Case Build

MaterialStainless Steel
Water Resistance100m
03

Crystal & Dial

CrystalSapphire
Dial ColorArctic White
LumeSuper-LumiNova
04

Movement

Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
TypeAutomatic
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve41 hours
Jewels—
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
05

Design Language

Dial styleTextured
BezelFixed
Bracelet / strapLug-attached bracelet
HandsBaton
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