Formex Introduces a 41mm Essence with a New Dial and Some New Features
Formex has a new watch, and, despite the name, it has absolutely nothing to do with the classic Hanna-Barbera character, or his eponymous talk show, Space Ghost Coast to Coast. Still, the Formex Essence “Space Ghost,” the latest addition to Formex’s seemingly ever-expanding Essence collection, is here, and brings a new dimension, a new dial, and some impressive new quality of life improvements to the incredibly popular line of everyday sports watches.
The biggest headline here is that the new “Space Ghost” comes in at 41mm across, a new dimension for the Formex Essence, falling squarely between established 39mm and 43mm options.The new Essence is more than a hastily resized version of either of these pre-existing models though. The watch — which is powered by the same Sellita SW200-1 COSC-certified movement as its larger and smaller siblings — though unmistakably an Essence, entirely reworks the proportions of the model. The watch is still thin, at 10.6mm, and compact, with a 46.5mm lug-to-lug.
It also keeps the 22mm lug width of the 43mm Essence, so most of their existing strap line will be compatible with the new watch. Two piece straps are all compatible with Formex’s existing carbon fiber deployment clasp with integrated, on-the-fly micro-adjust, but the real story on the wrist is the revised bracelet design. The new bracelet hosts a bunch of small upgrades, including new screws that eliminate the need for Loctite or any equivalents, but the most noticeable upgrade to most will be the new butterfly clasp developed with Formex’s sister brand, Dexel. The new clasp offers on-wrist, on-the-fly micro adjustment with three positions (something I’ll be really curious to experience in person, hopefully soon).
A handful of subtle but meaningful updates also mark a serious step forward for the Essence line. Notably, this is the first Essence with a screw-down crown, something Formex has managed to implement without sacrificing the unique hallmark that is their floating case (or “Case Suspension System,” as they call it). The 41mm Essence is still only water resistant to 100m, but a screw-down crown has been a much requested upgrade, and should instill more confidence in that 100m rating. The introduction of a watch with both a floating case and a screw-down crown also cracks open some exciting doors (a Reef with a floating case could be pretty cool… just saying).
The Formex Essence 41mm “Space Ghost” also brings a new dial configuration to the lineup. Meteorite dials are nothing new for Formex, but this latest interpretation on the idea works well, pairing a rhodium-plated slice of meteorite with blued dial furniture and hands. It’s a contemporary take on a traditional color combo, and it works well here.
While the “Space Ghost” is not a limited edition, it will be a limited production piece, with annual production capped at 150 pieces. The watch is priced at $2,190 on a strap and $2,290 on a bracelet — several hundred dollars less than an equivalently spec’d 43mm Essence — and will be available for pre-order starting today with delivery expected to begin sometime in September. Formex
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