Description
ABOUT THIS WATCH
The Essence Leggera is an ultra-light and uncompromisingly forward-thinking high-precision Swiss Made watch. With its subtle structure and a smooth, slightly silky feel, the 40g (1.4oz) case made of Carbon Fiber Composite was entirely developed in-house. Bezel and crown are made of scratch-proof Zirconium Oxide ceramic. Unique features, such as the patented Micro-Adjustment and Case Suspension Systems, will make the Essence Leggera wear exceptionally comfortable on your wrist.
Movement
Under the hood beats a Swiss Made Sellita SW-200-1 automatic movement ensuring both accuracy and reliability. It comes in its highest quality grade ”Chronometer”, using top of the line components only found in Chronometer-grade movements. Each of the movements undergoes the COSC-certification process, a meticulous 15-day rate test to ensure extraordinary levels of mechanical accuracy and precision. Only the movements who pass the stringent assessment will be certified and engraved with a unique serial number. The movements’ power reserve extends to approximately 41 hours.
Dial
The updated Leggera collection comes with a series of multi-finished, in-house manufactured dials. Choose the extremely thin forged carbon fiber dial for a unique piece, as each dial has an individual pattern, created by machining the forged carbon fiber. The Arctic White and Mamba Green dials come with the Essence’s signature horizontal lines which are individually CNC-machined into the dial base. The Electric Blue dial has a mesmerizing sunray finish while the Cool Grey comes in glossy cement look. Hands and hand-applied indexes are mirror polished on the bevels to increase legibility during the day, while deep-filled grade A BGW9 SuperLumiNova emits a strong, blue lume in low light conditions.
Straps and Clasps
Formex has teamed up with WatchGecko to create a matching, all black NATO strap. For a perfect fit and comfort on the wrist at all times, the leather and rubber straps use the all-carbon Formex Deployant clasp with gradual, 7mm fine-adjustment system. All straps can be changed without the use of any tools and in just a few seconds.
FEATURES
3-Year Guarantee
Swiss Made
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. 41 hours power reserve.
CASE
Diameter: 41mm
Height: 11mm
Lug width: 22mm
Lug-to-lug: 46.4mm
Water resistance: 10 bar (100 metres / 330 feet)
Weight: 40g (case only)
MATERIAL
Bezel: Zirconium Oxide Ceramic
Case: Proprietary Carbon Fiber Composite
Glass: Sapphire crystal (front and back) with anti-reflection treatment
STRAP
NATO strap designed by WatchGecko, with stainless steel hardware
Italian calf leather straps and black rubber strap with curved spring bars, Quick Release function and carbon fiber composite folding clasp with patented Micro-Adjustment System.
All Essence straps 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 Leggera leather and rubber straps.
DIAL
Multi-finished and in-house manufactured dials with BGW9 Super-LumiNova on applied 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 Made watches. It’s functional, it’s state of the art engineering and it’s unquestionably unique – all in one watch.
FINE-ADJUSTMENT DEPLOYANT CARBON CLASP
Your leather, rubber or nylon strap comes on Formex’s deployant clasp with a patented fine-adjustment.The Leggera version is made entirely out of our proprietary carbon fiber composite. The 7mm gradual micro-adjustment can be operated while the watch is on your wrist. Lightweight, smooth to the touch,ultra-durable and highly functional, this clasp is a real piece of engineering, making your watch even more comfortable to wear.
