Echo/Neutra Averau 39 Moon PhasevsFormex Essence ThirtyNine

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Echo/Neutra Averau 39 Moon Phase at true scale

Averau 39 Moon Phase

Formex Essence ThirtyNine at true scale

Essence ThirtyNine

Diameter

39mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

45mm

lowest

Thickness

12.5mm

10mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

38h

41h

highest

MSRP

$1,085

lowest

$2,390

Movement

Sellita SW280-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Thickness
12.5mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
AR Coating
Underside
n/a
Dial Color
Black
Space Ghost
Lume
Superluminova BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW280-1
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
25
0
Complications
Moon Phase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,085
$2,390
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Echo/Neutra Averau 39 Moon Phase

Owners widely praise the Echo/Neutra Averau 39 Moon Phase for its excellent 39mm size, gorgeous dial, and unique moon phase complication, with many highlighting its clear display and great detail and finishing. The watch is noted for its heavily lumed hands and indicators, providing excellent night visibility, and an amazing bracelet with great overall fit and finish. Some owners find the moon phase complication difficult to set accurately, while others describe it as easy to set. One owner found the watch thicker than expected, though it sits well on the wrist. Overall, owners rate the Echo/Neutra Averau 39 Moon Phase highly for its unique design elements and impressive finishing at the 39mm size.

From video reviewers

The moon phase complication is a notable strength, integrating a high-end feature into a field watch design. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any specific weaknesses.

Formex Essence ThirtyNine

The Formex Essence ThirtyNine is widely praised for its build quality and value, featuring a patented case suspension system for comfort and protection. Reviewers note its 39mm case with a 10mm thickness and 45mm lug-to-lug distance, housing a COSC-certified Sellita SW200-1 movement. It includes a tool-free strap quick-release system and a patented micro-adjusting bracelet for comfort, with pricing around $1,280-$1,390. One minor inconvenience noted is the clasp's specific closing order. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Essence ThirtyNine highly for its comfortable wearability and excellent value proposition.

From video reviewers

The case suspension system enhances comfort and the COSC-certified movement is a strong feature. The bracelet exhibits noticeable rattle. Reviewers disagreed on the ideal case size, with some preferring the 39mm and others the 41mm.