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Formex Essence FortyOnevsCincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot

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Essence FortyOne
FormexEssence FortyOne
MSRP $1,890
P-40 A-11 Pilot
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot
MSRP $695
What people say

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot for its great size, comfortable bracelet, phenomenal timekeeping, simple design, and great craftsmanship. One owner notes the finishing is sharp. Some users wish for a smaller size, and one owner points out the quick-release spring bars can dig in while the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot highly for its great size and phenomenal timekeeping.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence FortyOne41mm
P-40 A-11 Pilot38mm
Power Reserve
Essence FortyOne41h
P-40 A-11 Pilot65h
Water Resistance
Essence FortyOne100m
P-40 A-11 Pilot100m
MSRP
Essence FortyOne$1,890
P-40 A-11 Pilot$695

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Pilot
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid
Screw Down with Sapphire Display

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Arctic White
Brown
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-2 b
Power Reserve
41h
65h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,890
$695
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