
Thu Sep 26 13:00:03 UTC 2024: ## Formex Unveils the Stratos UTC: A Modern GMT Watch with a Luxurious Touch
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**
**[City, State] – [Date]** – Swiss watchmaker Formex has launched its latest timepiece, the Stratos UTC Automatic 41mm, a GMT watch that pushes the boundaries of both aesthetics and functionality. The new model marks a significant departure from the brand’s established Essence and Reef collections, introducing a more elaborate and luxurious design while maintaining Formex’s signature modern approach.
The Stratos UTC features a striking cushion-shaped case crafted from 316L stainless steel with intricate brushed, polished, and sandblasted surfaces. The 41mm case houses a multi-layered dial showcasing a mix of finishing techniques, including a subtle sunburst finish, frosted grain texture, and circular brushing. The dial is also punctuated by a bright orange 24-hour scale and a color-changing orange/black day/night indicator.
At the heart of the Stratos UTC lies a Swiss-made ETA Caliber 2892 automatic movement with a custom Dubois-Dépraz module for travel time GMT functionality. This sophisticated mechanism allows users to adjust the local hour hand forward or backward in one-hour increments using two dedicated pushers, without affecting the date or day/night indicator.
The Stratos UTC is available in three colorways: gray, blue, and green, each with bright orange accents on the dial and hands. It comes with a choice of Italian leather straps or a stainless steel bracelet, both featuring integrated quick-release spring bars and Formex’s signature carbon-composite deployant clasp with a fine-adjustment extension system.
Despite its luxurious features and intricate design, the Stratos UTC is priced competitively at $3,850 USD for the leather strap version and $3,990 USD for the bracelet model. This makes it a compelling alternative to other luxury GMT watches on the market, offering a unique blend of modern aesthetics, sophisticated functionality, and a touch of luxury.
**Formex Stratos UTC Key Features:**
* Cushion-shaped 41mm stainless steel case with brushed, polished, and sandblasted surfaces
* Multi-layered dial with a sunburst finish, frosted grain texture, and circular brushing
* Bright orange 24-hour scale and color-changing orange/black day/night indicator
* Swiss-made ETA Caliber 2892 automatic movement with a custom Dubois-Dépraz GMT module
* Pusher-operated local hour hand adjustment
* Dedicated date corrector button
* Available in gray, blue, and green colorways
* Italian leather strap or stainless steel bracelet options
* Water resistance: 100 meters
**Learn more about the Formex Stratos UTC Automatic 41mm on the brand’s website.**
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