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Formex Essence Leggera FortyOnevsSternglas Hamburg Automatik

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Essence Leggera FortyOne
FormexEssence Leggera FortyOne
MSRP $2,520
Hamburg Automatik
SternglasHamburg Automatik
MSRP $463

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Leggera FortyOne41mm
Hamburg Automatik42mm
Power Reserve
Essence Leggera FortyOne41h
Hamburg Automatik42h
Water Resistance
Essence Leggera FortyOne100m
Hamburg Automatik50m
MSRP
Essence Leggera FortyOne$2,520
Hamburg Automatik$463

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Carbon
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Space Glacier
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
41h
42h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,520
$463

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What people say

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Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne

The Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne is lauded for its exceptional comfort, stemming from its ultra-light forged carbon and ceramic construction, short lugs, and signature suspension system. Reviewers highlight the chronometer-certified Sellita SW200-1 movement and the compelling price point. Criticisms include a clasp that is considered too thick and lug holes that are too close for generic straps, limiting versatility for some. The push-pull crown design is noted as a potential drawback despite 100m water resistance. On balance, reviewers find the Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne a highly comfortable and well-specced watch for its price, particularly appreciating its lightweight construction.

From video reviewers

The watch's carbon fiber construction is praised for its durability and resistance to scratches. The lug-to-lug fit is slightly on the larger side, which may not suit those with smaller wrists.

Sternglas Hamburg Automatik

Owners praise the Sternglas Hamburg Automatik's handsome design and good build quality for the price. The watch features a gold PVD case and a matte blue dial with orange Super-LumiNova, and its 42mm diameter wears well due to a short lug-to-lug distance. The Miyota 8215 movement is accurate to -20/+40 seconds per day. On balance, reviewers and owners appreciate the Sternglas Hamburg Automatik for its unique design and value.

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