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Sternglas BerlinvsFormex Essence ThirtyNine

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Sternglas Berlin

The Sternglas Berlin is praised for its stylish Art Deco-inspired design and slim 38mm case, offering good value at $270 for newcomers to watches. One reviewer notes the Miyota GM02 quartz movement is accurate to ±20 seconds per month, but flags the included leather strap as squeaky and suggests an alternative. Overall, owners find the Sternglas Berlin a satisfying purchase for its aesthetic and price point.

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

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin38mm
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Power Reserve
Berlin
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Water Resistance
Berlin50m
Essence ThirtyNine100m
MSRP
Berlin$258
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
8mm
10mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota GM02
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$258
$2,390
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