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Formex Essence FortythreevsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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Essence Fortythree
FormexEssence Fortythree
MSRP $1,850
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton
SpinnakerCroft Mid-Size Skeleton
MSRP $425

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Fortythree43mm
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm
Power Reserve
Essence Fortythree38h
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h
Water Resistance
Essence Fortythree100m
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m
MSRP
Essence Fortythree$1,850
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
10.6mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Dollar Diver
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
SII NH38A
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$425

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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.

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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