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Bremont MBIIvsFormex Essence ThirtyNine

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MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
Essence ThirtyNine100m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$2,390

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What people say

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Bremont MBII

The Bremont MBII is praised for its striking, high-tech pilot's watch aesthetic, reassuring heft, and quality feel, featuring an anti-shock system and customizable barrel. Owners note its condition can be excellent with minor hairlines, and it is presented with all original boxes and papers. A drawback cited is its 38-hour power reserve compared to newer movements. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Bremont MBII affordable and a good representation of the brand.

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.

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