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Boschett Timepieces Cave DwellervsFormex Essence FortyOne

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Cave Dweller
Boschett TimepiecesCave Dweller
MSRP $750
Essence FortyOne
FormexEssence FortyOne
MSRP $1,890
What people say

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Boschett Timepieces Cave Dweller

Owners praise the Boschett Cave Dweller's rugged look, versatility, and reliable performance, with one owner noting its appeal due to limited production. A reviewer flags non-drilled lugs as frustrating and criticizes the bezel grip, while also noting average blue lume performance and a small date window. Overall, owners value the Boschett Cave Dweller for its robust design and dependable functionality, with specific features like the practical clasp being a highlight for some.

Formex Essence FortyOne

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.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Cave Dweller44mm
Essence FortyOne41mm
Power Reserve
Cave Dweller40h
Essence FortyOne41h
Water Resistance
Cave Dweller1,000m
Essence FortyOne100m
MSRP
Cave Dweller$750
Essence FortyOne$1,890

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
44mm
41mm
Thickness
16.5mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Water Resistance
1000m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Arctic White
Lume
Superluminova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW-200
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$1,890
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