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Bremont The Meta KronosvsFormex Essence ThirtyNine

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The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145
Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Meta Kronos40mm
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Power Reserve
The Meta Kronos40h
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Water Resistance
The Meta Kronos30m
Essence ThirtyNine100m
MSRP
The Meta Kronos$3,145
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,145
$2,390

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What people say

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Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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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