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Formex Essence FortythreevsGlycine Combat 6 Vintage

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Essence Fortythree
FormexEssence Fortythree
MSRP $1,850
Combat 6 Vintage
GlycineCombat 6 Vintage
MSRP $1,350

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Fortythree43mm
Combat 6 Vintage43mm
Power Reserve
Essence Fortythree38h
Combat 6 Vintage38h
Water Resistance
Essence Fortythree100m
Combat 6 Vintage50m
MSRP
Essence Fortythree$1,850
Combat 6 Vintage$1,350

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Thickness
10.6mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Luminous

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
SW200-1
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$1,350

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What people say

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Formex Essence Fortythree

Owners widely praise the Formex Essence Fortythree for its comfortable wearability, excellent finishing for its price point, and a dial that plays well with light, with one owner noting the blue dial's variable appearance. The bracelet's micro-adjust system is functional, and the leather strap and deployant are considered exceptional. Reviewers highlight the watch's legible design and slim 10mm case, noting its significant value under $1,300. Some find the dial design derivative and the hardware-style logo out of place, while others consider the white dial stark. Consumer confusion exists regarding COSC versus non-COSC movement options. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Essence Fortythree highly for its luxury-level finishing and comfortable, value-driven design.

Glycine Combat 6 Vintage

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat 6 Vintage for its legibility, simple design, and versatile dial. The case finishing is noted as a strong point, with a mix of matte and polished surfaces. It is considered a great value, with one owner reporting accuracy of +5 seconds per day. The watch is described as very wearable at 43mm due to its slim 10.7mm thickness and short lugs. Criticisms include average lume that fades quickly and a mediocre stock strap. Some owners desire a beefier case to better balance the dial. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat 6 Vintage highly for its excellent value and wearable dimensions.

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