Automatic Black Essence
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AUTOMATIC BLACK Essence

CHF770.00

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SKU:
0330.1.7321.713

  • About this watch

    The Essence combines elegance and robustness in a Swiss mechanical high precision timepiece. With its patented Case Suspension System, waterproof case,highly reliable Swiss Automatic movement and flawless hand-finished surfaces, the Formex Essence is a study in what it means to have the best of both worlds. On top of that,unique features,such as Formex's patented Micro-Adjustment System, will make the Essence wear exceptionally comfortable on your wrist.

    Robust. It may take on the look of an elegant evening watch, but the Essence carries the Formex reputation for sporty durability.

    Luxurious. Hand-finished with undiluted passion, the Essence is crafted with an execution only found in high-end timepieces.

    Comfortable. Our patented Case Suspension System and carbon fiber composite clasp with patented Micro-Adjustment System adapt to your wrist movements and daily adventures. 

    Bold. Above a complex construction lies an elaborate case with brushed stainless steel and mirror polished bevels.

    Yours. You don’t have to sit in the lap of luxury to put something luxurious on your wrist. Our direct-to-consumer approach means you'll get high quality watches at a fraction of the cost of any comparable Swiss timepiece.

  • Features

    Swiss Made Automatic Movement
    Chronometer
    Patented Case Suspension System
    Patented Micro-Adjustment System
    Tool-Free Change Of Straps/Bracelet
    Sapphire Crystal
    Anti-Reflective (AR) Coating
    Transparent Case Back
    Water Resistance 10 Bar
    BADGE
    BRACELET
    BRACELET
    BRACELET
    BRACELET
    CASE
    DIAL
    MOVEMENT
    MOVEMENT
    HIDE_FIELDS

         3-Year Guarantee

    We back our watches with a 3-Year international warranty. In the rare case of a malfunction or a movement defect, you can contact us and send your watch back free of charge and we’ll repair it for you within 2 weeks.

         Secure Payment

    Formex is dedicated to online payment security. We do not store any of your payment information. We offer payment solutions tailored to your shipping destination. Please proceed to checkout to view your local payment options.

        All Taxes & Duties Included

    The courier dropping off your Formex will not hand you a customs and sales tax bill nor ask you to pay them cash, as we have already taken care of that with our shipping partners. The prices you see on our Online Shop is the price you pay – no exceptions and no hidden charges.

         Free Express Delivery

    All watch prices already include free shipping worldwide. As soon as we have processed your order, you will receive a tracking number to follow your package. Expect your watch within 2 business days within Europe, or within 3 business days for overseas orders. If for any reason you think it’s not the right fit, you can return your watch free of charge. If you contact us before returning or exchanging your watch, we’ll even have your shipping expenses covered.

         Swiss Made

    All our watches are designed, developed and assembled in-house at our headquarters in Biel-Bienne, Switzerland and meet the current, more strict Swiss Made requirement, which entered into force on January 2017. Every single piece undergoes a variety of quality and functionality controls, before making it to your wrist.

About this watch

The Essence combines elegance and robustness in a Swiss mechanical high precision timepiece. With its patented Case Suspension System, waterproof case,highly reliable Swiss Automatic movement and flawless hand-finished surfaces, the Formex Essence is a study in what it means to have the best of both worlds. On top of that,unique features,such as Formex's patented Micro-Adjustment System, will make the Essence wear exceptionally comfortable on your wrist.

Robust. It may take on the look of an elegant evening watch, but the Essence carries the Formex reputation for sporty durability.

Luxurious. Hand-finished with undiluted passion, the Essence is crafted with an execution only found in high-end timepieces.

Comfortable. Our patented Case Suspension System and carbon fiber composite clasp with patented Micro-Adjustment System adapt to your wrist movements and daily adventures. 

Bold. Above a complex construction lies an elaborate case with brushed stainless steel and mirror polished bevels.

Yours. You don’t have to sit in the lap of luxury to put something luxurious on your wrist. Our direct-to-consumer approach means you'll get high quality watches at a fraction of the cost of any comparable Swiss timepiece.

Features

Swiss Made Automatic Movement
Chronometer
Patented Case Suspension System
Patented Micro-Adjustment System
Tool-Free Change Of Straps/Bracelet
Sapphire Crystal
Anti-Reflective (AR) Coating
Transparent Case Back
Water Resistance 10 Bar
BADGE
BRACELET
BRACELET
BRACELET
BRACELET
CASE
DIAL
MOVEMENT
MOVEMENT
HIDE_FIELDS

  3-Year Guarantee

We back our watches with a 3-Year international warranty. In the rare case of a malfunction or a movement defect, you can contact us and send your watch back free of charge and we’ll repair it for you within 2 weeks.

   Secure Payment

Formex is dedicated to online payment security. We do not store any of your payment information. We offer payment solutions tailored to your shipping destination. Please proceed to checkout to view your local payment options.

   All Taxes & Duties Included

The courier dropping off your Formex will not hand you a customs and sales tax bill nor ask you to pay them cash, as we have already taken care of that with our shipping partners. The prices you see on our Online Shop is the price you pay – no exceptions and no hidden charges.

   Free Express Delivery

All watch prices already include free shipping worldwide. As soon as we have processed your order, you will receive a tracking number to follow your package. Expect your watch within 2 business days within Europe, or within 3 business days for overseas orders. If for any reason you think it’s not the right fit, you can return your watch free of charge. If you contact us before returning or exchanging your watch, we’ll even have your shipping expenses covered.

   Swiss Made

All our watches are designed, developed and assembled in-house at our headquarters in Biel-Bienne, Switzerland and meet the current, more strict Swiss Made requirement, which entered into force on January 2017. Every single piece undergoes a variety of quality and functionality controls, before making it to your wrist.



TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

  • MOVEMENT

    Swiss Made Sellita SW200-1 (self-winding) Automatic (Chronometer grade), officially certified by COSC. 26 jewels and glucydur balance wheel. Date display. Custom-built skeleton rotor with thermally blued screws. 38 hours power reserve.

    CASE

    Diameter: 43mm
    Height: 10mm
    Lug width: 22mm
    Lug-to-lug: 49mm
    Water resistance: 10 bar (100 metres / 330 feet)
    Weight: 80g (case only)

    MATERIAL

    Bezel: Stainless steel 316L
    Case: Stainless steel 316L
    Glass: Sapphire crystal (front and back) with anti-reflection treatment

  • STRAP

    Italian calf leather straps with curved spring bars, Quick Release function and carbon fiber composite folding clasp with patented Micro-Adjustment System.
    Black rubber strap with curved spring bars, Quick Release function and carbon fiber composite folding clasp with patented Micro-Adjustment System.
    Stainless steel bracelet with Quick Release and Micro-extension function.

    All Essence straps and the bracelet can be changed by hand without the use of tools. The carbon fiber composite folding clasp with patented fine adjustment system can be changed without tools and can be used for all Essence leather and rubber straps.

    DIAL

    Sunray dial with machined indexes. BGW9 Super-LumiNova on hands and indexes.

Suspension System

Since the beginning of Formex in 1999, the patented Case Suspension System has been an integral part of every single Formex timepiece. Its two main functions are:

  • absorbs shocks to protect the mechanical movement from heavy impacts
  • adds to the comfort on the wrist by adapting to the wearer’s movements

Modeled with high-performance bikes and racing cars in mind, the Formex patented case suspension system works by integrating four springs between the upper and lower watch case. The result is the ultimate shock absorption system designed to protect the mechanical movement and deliver unparalleled comfort to the wearer.

This patented case suspension system brings form and function together for Formex Swiss watches. It’s functional, it’s state of the art engineering and it’s unquestionably unique - all in one watch.

FINE-ADJUSTMENT CLASP

This in-house developed folding clasp is made of injected carbon fiber composite on a stainless steel or titanium buckle. It features a patented gradual 7mm fine-adjustment system that allows to micro adjust the length of the strap without taking off the watch. As our wrists change size during the day and in different temperatures, this system gives a bespoke fit no matter the conditions, improving the comfort and fit on the wrist.

IN THE PRESS

"This knowledge and experience show in the Essence Automatic Chronometer, which takes all the good things about a micro-brand watch and engineers them to the next level. This is legitimately great value for the money." Tom Mulraney, Editor
"A remarkable watch at a remarkable price which holds more details than could ever be expected". Armand Rosen, Owner of the YouTube Channel "Armand the Watch Guys"
"Swiss brand Formex has managed to create a versatile mechanical watch with a rather distinctive design at a very attractive price point". Roger Ruegger, Editor-in-Chief
"A versatile and high-value timepiece that is easy on your pocket is hard to find - this year, Formex Swiss Watches presents a chronometer-certified one that, amazingly, can be had for about a grand." Keith Strandberg, Editor-in-Chief
"Under a loupe, the way the hour hand hovers just above the dial and just inside the indices is impressive. The color-matched chamfered rehaut holds a white minute track and is attractive and legible". Allen Farmelo, Author

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