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Formex Essence Leggera FortyThreevsSpinnaker Bradner GMT

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Essence Leggera FortyThree
FormexEssence Leggera FortyThree
MSRP $2,520
Bradner GMT
SpinnakerBradner GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence Leggera FortyThree43mm
Bradner GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Essence Leggera FortyThree41h
Bradner GMT40h
Water Resistance
Essence Leggera FortyThree100m
Bradner GMT180m
MSRP
Essence Leggera FortyThree$2,520
Bradner GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
50mm
Material
Carbon
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
180m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Space Glacier
Brown
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH34A
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,520
$299

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What people say

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Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree for its exceptionally light and comfortable forged carbon case, innovative suspension system, and detailed CNC-cut dial. The chronometer-grade Sellita SW200-1 movement is noted for its accuracy, and the bracelet is described as fantastic. Some owners find the design not to their taste, and while its 43mm size and light weight contribute to good wearability, one reviewer notes the unique style limits versatility. The watch is considered pricey for a microbrand but worth the cost due to its quality and engineering. Overall, owners rate the Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree highly for its innovative construction and comfortable wearability.

Spinnaker Bradner GMT

The Spinnaker Bradner GMT is praised for its awesome lume and comfortable wearability, with one owner noting the rubber strap is very comfortable and the beads of rice bracelet fits well on smaller wrists. Some find its 15mm thickness and bold colorway may not appeal to everyone, and one owner views it as more of a casual GMT with tool-watch styling than a diver. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner GMT highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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