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Brands/Formex/Automatic Chronometer "Malachite" 43 mm

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Formex

🇨🇭 Biel, Switzerland

Automatic Chronometer "Malachite" 43 mm

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The Formex Essence combines elegance and durability, featuring a COSC-certified Swiss Automatic movement, patented Case Suspension System, waterproof case, and expertly hand-finished surfaces.

Metropolis Verdict

Who this watch is really for

developing data

Best for

Collectors comparing independent dive or sport watches with about 1000m of water resistance.
Collectors who want a chronograph from an independent brand rather than the usual big-brand shortlist.
Buyers who like a larger case and want the watch to have visible wrist presence.

Skip if

You prefer compact watches or have a smaller wrist.
You want quartz convenience with minimal setting, winding, or service concerns.

Value note: On paper, the spec mix is sensible: mechanical movement, sapphire crystal, and usable water resistance. The value case is strongest if the design language is what you want.

Comparable watches

Automatic Chronometer "Space Glacier" 43 mmA comparable same-brand dive/sport option from Formex.

Automatic Chronometer Arctic White 43mmA comparable same-brand dive/sport option from Formex.

Automatic Chronometer Cool Grey 43mmA comparable same-brand dive/sport option from Formex.

Data status: Indexable catalog page with images, description, and core specs. Image count: 4. Populated spec fields: 6.

Brand Location🇨🇭 Biel, Switzerland

MovementAutomatic, Chronometer

Case Size43mm

Water Resistance100m / 10 Bar

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Technical Data Matrix

MovementAutomatic, Chronometer

Diameter43mm

Case Size43mm

MaterialsStainless steel

Resistance100m / 10 Bar

CrystalSapphire

Formex

Independent microbrand based in 🇨🇭 Biel, Switzerland. Known for styles. Visit the official store for the full collection.

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