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Benrus Watches #3061 BORvsFormex Essence ThirtyNine

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
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Benrus Watches #3061 BOR

The Benrus Watches #3061 BOR is widely praised for its faithful vintage styling and historical connection, with owners appreciating its beauty and versatility as an everyday or business-casual watch. Reviewers note its clean dial, red-tipped seconds hand, and modern 39.5mm sizing as attractive features. Some owners find the rally strap an odd choice, and one owner reported accuracy averaging +15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Benrus Watches #3061 BOR highly for its attractive vintage design and value as a "watch guy's watch."

Formex Essence ThirtyNine

The Formex Essence ThirtyNine is praised for its impressive build quality and value, featuring a patented case suspension system for comfort and protection. It houses a COSC-certified Sellita SW200-1 movement with a 38-hour power reserve and a tool-free strap quick-release system. A minor inconvenience noted is the specific closing order of the clasp. On balance, reviewers rate the Formex Essence ThirtyNine highly for its comfortable wearability and excellent value at its price point.

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.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
#3061 BOR39.5mm
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Power Reserve
#3061 BOR40h
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Water Resistance
#3061 BOR100m
Essence ThirtyNine100m
MSRP
#3061 BOR$1,995
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
9.95mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Space Ghost
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892-A2
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$2,390
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