This Is The Most Advanced Microbrand I've Reviewed So Far. (Formex Essence Leggera Review)

[@LesterLovesWatches]

Formex Essence gets right to the heart of your blocked pipe or drain. Tells time too.

[@crkvend]

Also, with it’s high performance formula, it lubricates your car engine like no other motor oil!

[@OscarDeCicco]

And when paired to our Formex extra toothpaste, it cleans your teeth like no other

[@billestevens3993]

Does it do BJs? Since I got my new $1,000 plus Super G-Shock, I've been spoiled for any watches that don't do BJs. Like totally.

[@HansWatches]

Just got my Formex Essence and boy oh boy it is work of art. Great art. Highly reccomended, sits well on the wrist and great prescence. What a value proposition!

[@swabby429]

I've been pondering Formex watches for about a year. I'm about to pull the trigger. This looks like the best one yet.

[@rarome1]

The haute horology independent De Bethune DB28 has a spring lug suspension system that was introduced in 2010. The lugs adjust to your wrist for extra comfort and use. A little different system but same idea. However... the De Bethune DB28 is over $65,000. So this Formex is definitely impressive for the price.

[@ADNeverCalling367]

Excellent value. Carbon fiber case, Zir Ox bezel, chronometer, and that clasp. Can’t forget the quick release strap!! Great review!!

[@waktosha7378]

I really like that watch! I just wish they made it a little smaller!

[@johnnywatches247]

Great Video Jory! You made a ton of valid comments and criticism where needed. I like this watch and materials used.

[@BigThumpr1]

Great review Jory. Really digging the watch, the construction and price point. Will be picking once of these up.

[@abeerkharka5294]

Looks cool in your hand !! You're a true reviewer !!😁✌️

[@retired_in_portugal]

If you need a screw down crown Formex has the Reef and as far as the bands go you get a multitude of options for colour and material if you purchase off the Formex website, I purchased one of these recently in 41mm with the white dial and its even better in the hands than I expected

[@lanceblencowe2408]

Had my eye on several Formex watches. They all seem well made and look great. I will have one sometimes soon

[@styleemusic]

This my holy grail, love what formex is doing

[@chrismills2089]

Good review, intesting watch and some some really impressive engineering! I know I could look up the price but it would be nice if the review included the price and perhaps some comments on how the watch stacks up against a price competitor as that helps show how much bang you are getting for your buck.

[@naknakacknak]

He didn't mention the price, which I thought was very odd. Island Watch is selling it for $1,880, for a plastic watch. There's no practical advantage to the suspension system at all, and yet he keeps harping on it. I think if you bought it for $1,880 and held on to it for a year, you could probably get $20 for it if you were lucky. Here's a great alternative and you can save yourself $1,860.00. www.amazon.com/CASIO-MW600F-2AV-Sport-Watch-Black/dp/B004D35W8A/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=casio+plastic+analog+watch&qid=1600000982&sr=8-7

[@mschumer]

You had me until 43mm and 50mm lug to lug. Only the speedmaster gets to take up that much real estate.

[@jeffjacobson59]

This thing is sleek!! I’m seriously interested in one! Thanks for the review.

[@stusims6567]

I really wish you would start giving the fit of the band. This one looks nice, and I love that micro-adjust system, but that does me no good if it won’t reach around my 8 1/2” wrist. You spent plenty of time in the band, why not give us its measurements? Great review as always Jory!!!

[@pierremartin9048]

Stu Sims Formex does ask your wrist size before shipping, personalized for your size. My leather and stainless straps anyway.

[@khairulsufiyan4779]

Great review. Don't normally go for microbrands but this build is really solid. Lume issue can be fixed so not a biggie for me but the brand font stops it from achieving that premium sports watch look. It was bothering me until you mentioned that other people have spoken about it as well. Still... a good addition for sporty folks.

[@JustinFranza]

Really cool. I think it would be at the top of my wish list if they made it at 38-40mm. Would love to see them make a logo that was a monogram or symbol.

[@moosabman]

Font looks like it belongs on a late 90's sports windbreaker. Sad when a watch loses over a logo (christopher ward has this problem as well). Microbrands should take a page out of Monta's book and just do something simple. Trying too hard just comes off "cheap". That being said, they seem to be offering one hell of a package for the price point.

[@KoolKyurem25]

What a wonderful watch, brand, and review. Formex has some quite interesting watches. Can I recommend an Avi-8 review? It'd be nice to see a light get shown on a more aesthetic oriented watch maker.

[@johnbradshaw5900]

A nice watch, given the design, engineering and interesting designs these are very well priced for Swiss watches. And although a niche brand they have been around long enough to be considered an established company. Their chronographs are excellent value for well finished ETA/Valjoux 7750 models.

[@watchesgadgetsandstuff]

This one is fantastic! Man, life was easier when I was not addicted to watches... :D

[@ABC-fl8zb]

The JLC extreme lab 2 has some sort of ratchet system to fit the wrist, as does de Bethune. Both obviously far more expensive though.

[@remb9614]

Logical reasoning so does the seiko tuna

[@_nines8270]

Wow. I think this is now my dream watch.

[@johnyamashita5405]

I agree with all the review points: esthetics, build, crispness, colour, adjustments, caseback, strap. However, that suspension system must allow a boatload of dust and grit. And what was the MSRP?

[@johnyamashita5405]

$1,650 says their website.

[@nathanchihak6774]

Its nice, but the font makes the watch look cheap when the cost is over a grand.

[@sleepinglysithia]

I love this watch. Hopefully someday I can acquire one

[@samuelball8775]

Looks like a great watch. Logo is a non issue. Very nice. Cheers for review.

[@BANHMIZON]

Nice watch, but good god that name is horrendous. Sounds like a cleaning product.

[@scottmcdonald3030]

A generic cleaning product!👍

[@danielkatz7516]

Milford Cubicle i agree

[@okihaveaname]

😂

[@dexqadata]

exactly . the logo is horrendous as well

[@dxxa95]

The watch itself looks like a Casio Edifice

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

It’s a beautiful watch IMHO!

[@weizhengmak5103]

the De Bethune DB28's lugs should also provide the type of suspension effect that you described.

[@cosmic7826]

Not sure if you have this but a think a super popular and helpful series would be reviews of several watches at different price points!

[@Shanester66]

Hey Jory...any idea where I can find replacement bands for a Seiko Prospex Automatik Diver's SRP787K1??

[@watchyouknow]

Wow that suspension system is crazy cool!

[@matthewbessey681]

Formex definitely on my “one day I’ll have one” list !

[@DA-lk5np]

Looks totally amazing, really does. Love that suspension. But some major weaknesses: 1) No screw down crown? 2) Name, font? Horrible 3) Bad lume? 4) Size at 43mm is WAY too big. This is invicta territory

[@BigThumpr1]

How is 43mm in Invicta territory when the majority of their watches are 48mm and up? The size is not too big, unless one likes girly sized 38mm watches.

[@peterosullivan8200]

Good review as usual Jory (as expected!) like to know if you've seen the LIV watch brand, US I believe. Their product adverts are all over my laptop searches

[@robindelabra3874]

De Bethune also has some "variable geometry" to conform to the movement of the wrist....but those are way more expensive.

[@zacherycampbell7296]

Advanced enough to steal the “Casio Edifice” font 😂

[@TheRollerballer]

All the specifications presented by the pieces of this brand, are usually found for a price 3 or 4 times higher. Come on guys, ceramic, carbon composites, suspension and buckle patents, chronometer certification, pffff. It is incredible what this brand achieves and the enormous value for the money they offer. Hearing the CEO speech, it's clear what they're after: clients who know exactly what they want on a watch without worrying about name snobbery.

[@danwaz5218]

Not quite sure why people are taking issue with the name? Formex...Rolex...uhh... I like the sort of stepped down edges framing the date window. My Chris Ward Moonphase has the same except top and bottom as the date window is at the 3.

[@TimberzPlayz]

Ohhhhh my gosh... I see now why the price was not included in the video

[@yelinaung485]

I think De Bethune have kind of moving suspension system which they called flexible lugs.

[@hellorodney]

the first shock suspension was on the GRAND INVICTA 227

[@Raleighthechocolatelab]

Another great, informative video! Could you review a watch from the Farer collection? I’ve been considering one for quite a while now, I’m interested in your opinion before purchasing.

[@raficelle11]

Idk why people don't like the logo... It's very clean imo

[@delightfulsquirtle316]

doesnt look very premium. nor does it sound that way.

[@dxxa95]

Looks better the Casio Edifice tho

[@robertsacknoff952]

Zippos run out of fuel when you leave them open. Is yours filled?

[@jefferyneu3915]

As far as I know, that system is unique. I have no problem with non-threaded crowns in a 100M WR watch. I do, however wonder what would happen is the flex system moved under water. 😱

[@tonynaranjo2182]

New logo right now, actually a really good one (I didn’t notice it was Fxㅋ at the beginning), still the same name of course. But... Rolex - Rolsex, same with other brands. Now it looks way better, that font, for me, was the real problem.

[@JRoJamz]

That couple of grams over the titanium might be due to the more involved deployant. Which I wouldn't mind, because that thing is brilliant.

[@edwardsauve4836]

Nice watch interesting materials and construction no problem with the name just look through a list of Swiss watch companies of the past and present and you will see a lot a strange names for watches .

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

Really interesting watch, never seen anything like it before! it'd be interesting to see how it does long term, in terms of dirt build up etc.

[@johnturnerjr7221]

I loved the watch when I first saw Frederico with his. My complaint was with the lume. That good is a watch if I can't see it in the dark. Other than that, I like it!

[@jl4081]

Very cool looking watch. I always wanted a watch from them but other watch purchases have come first. Maybe in the future

[@paulcenkner4134]

Love the formex, awesome looking. Would love to add to my collection

[@richdubbya]

These are bad ass...They probably couldn't do a threaded crown from the carbon case. This thing is awesome..

[@campshay19]

Watch looks dope

[@decotYT]

About the font: the width of the 'X' doesn't match the rest. It looks like the FORME X as opposed to FORMEX

[@JamesK1963]

Looks great. I just went to their website. I might want one of these...

[@IskanderVFX]

The watch... meh, but that strap? I would definitely buy that for my diver, do you know if they sell it alone?

[@blackhawk2475]

Very nice every day looking watch. What is it's price?

[@josemendez2844]

$1,800

[@SHREKALLDAY]

To be honest never heard of this company till now but this is definitely a watch I'd love to own

[@justincullen8366]

Hi really like the basic look and design of the Rolex submariner. Can you please provide a few quality alternatives with same look. Priced $2,000and below. Thanks for your help

[@PiEndsWith0]

Perfect counterpart to the wobbly crown of Vostok

[@javierpatricioromero8564]

Really good looking watch, this brand put attention to detail. I suppose the cushion system and the clasp must be patented, and that is very important, shows innovation and investment. Can you check this?

[@jjlwis]

There was a old company called Wyler Geneve, that was re started in the early 2000's.. They had a suspension in the case with visible springs (similar to a rc model car.)

[@fredalynnmcallister5016]

If I send a picture of my vintage watch, can you tell me about it? I can’t find it in my online research. Thank you

[@adrienm3687]

Branding looks like an activewear line from the early 2000’s that would be sold in Walmart.

[@henrywest7217]

Watch Box's recently shown a Sinn in Damascus steel that has a similar look and function.

[@davidgleeson8814]

Hey Jory just wondering why it seems like none of the other watch reviewers and yotubers ever review Victorinox watches. I recently purchased the air boss and it seems like you get so much for your money. Swiss automatic sw200 movement premium straps and all from a highly recognizable Swiss heritage brand. Would love to see reviews from you and Jody from J.O.M.W Thanks in advance. 😎

[@juveniamoorst6163]

Guys, I think it is a good watch and has it's soul inside. Today, the big names basically have occupied 99 percent of the market, and many microbrands are just making the watches homage to the big brands or just change the colour or the design language. At least, for this, I can feel their passion to compete with big names rather than just selling cheaper watches with similar function and design. However, you are right, it needs to be tested.

[@tonysmithyman3100]

Great watches, I own an Essence, it's fantastic.

[@jameseldridge5924]

You should check out the Hammerhead XL from Freestyle Watches, I one and absolutely love it, I got it with the orange band

[@jonboy8181]

Cool strap! Now, is it too late for this company to change their name and logo? .......and make a 40mm watch?

[@kelvynayala9563]

Looks so badass, so amazing, just a beautiful watch💣🤯🤙🏼

[@okihaveaname]

Jeep owner: "Long travel suspension baby." Me: "Nice! From where?" Jeep owner: "Formex." Me: 😮

[@alanlamers]

How about feature on all the watches in the world with an EB6 calculator built in?

[@krisaguilar5174]

Yeah nice watch but is it work near 2k? For a watch that has no resale value? Might want to add that in you videos is the price...

[@MrChippinator]

I'd be interested if you'd have a look at a brand I love in Mecchaniche Veneziane next.

[@vincentcroise977]

De bethune also makes suspension watches ;)

[@sotayer]

Please Make a video about the Cartier Santos-Dumont

[@cydonianman]

Tritium markings would make this much better.

[@jetstream_GS]

Man I do love these watches I wish they'd ditch the logo though!

[@MrEmbangweni]

I do not agree with your reservation because "there is no threaded crown". I suggest you are looking in too negative a way. It has 100m of water resistance. Sure, your negative way of distrusting that claim may allow you to avoid some nasty finish to a machine, but, if you buy the watch, I think you should also have bought what the company have claimed. And 100m of water resistance will allow for swimming. If you don't believe what the company is claiming, why create worries, just don't buy it. I don't always try to be this positive, but good things occurred today, and I just can't be negative right now

[@HorologyinSanity]

A very interesting watch. I dig it.

[@daveho852]

impressive the clasp is👍🏼

[@palehorsenameddeath7731]

These are great I own 2 of them.

[@craig2100]

Nice design, almost perfect...now about the lume...or lack of.

[@jordifernandezescobar3889]

There is a watch wyler code r, also impressive system but doesn't serve the same purpose, it's for shock protection. The brand closed, still the watch it's nicely done

[@fariskasim1860]

Hey the time teller can you review the new brand breda

[@wainedodd8055]

The name formex is (form & extreme)

[@nicholasolifant9538]

Never heard of a watch with a suspension wow 🤣🤣🤣 dam very interesting spec on a watch... looks like a watch superman would wear or zaad 🤣🤣

[@vitero5745]

The suspension system is patented by them, Jory. That's why its not used by anyone else.

[@thetimeteller]

But they didn’t patent the ability to use *all* forms of suspension on a timepiece... just *that* design. That’s literally how parents work.

[@shadowrealm21]

the case kind of reminds me of rado's diastar/shield when experimenting with different materials

[@roscopeco2000]

The brand name kills it, its either a condom brand or a cement mixing company

[@neoth8647]

@@triniboy05 Meh, even Rolex was laughed at back in the day - only the ones who survived the quartz crisis really matter in the market today

[@dxxa95]

Sounds like a taxidermist product. Now Buy our top grade formaldehyde Formex! Great for the big game stuff!

[@neoth8647]

@@triniboy05 Back in the early to mid 20th century, grand watchmakers by the names of Blancpain, Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin etc. were all the craze and the mainstream in high-end horology. Then in 1926, Rolex released their first watch. They were not respected like the classic 3 because they were not a watchmaker in the traditional sense, with parts of the watch being outsourced to other watchmakers to manufacture (see Panerai for example) for many many years before they could buy the companies that produced the parts for them in the first place. They were laughed at because they had such little watchmaking equity compared to the likes of a watchmaker like AP - and they focused on pedestrian watches for everyday people more so than for the ultra wealthy of the time who desired true 'haut de gamme' timepieces. Rolex's history is built on ambitious founders, brilliant business tactics and marketing, followed by the consuming of parts manufacturers over time to qualify them to say their watches are 'in-house'. Doesn't make them a bad brand, quite the opposite in fact. But it was that new way of running and evolving a watch brand and business that allowed them to become what they are today. Yet I see many new brands today trying to break out with innovative ideas laughed at and can't help but think that the same cycle is repeating.

[@angelgarza4410]

There's also a very good review about the Formex Essense in Elrelojero.mx here in KZbin! I love this watch, I'm looking forward to owning one.

[@lighert1787]

The fact that the bezel has recesses for the screws seems like too much faith into the fracture toughness of zirconia ceramic imo. But I mean assuming people won't handle a watch like a G-Shock I acutally don't really know how expensive watches actually break. Also the font looks like the watch is about to start in Formula 1, but we get that the watch is high tech, the meme is bad at the point that you do that to your logo.

[@riojimatsuoka]

That doesn't look like a high beat movement to me. My guess is 4hz, which is fine. Just fyi.

[@stephannordmann5346]

Great company and I love the Brand.

[@prodigal9897]

Ciga Design Series X is another microbrand watch that has suspension (and a chinese movement)