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Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti)vsFormex Essence ThirtyNine

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Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti)

Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti) is lauded for its exceptional value, comfort, and COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement. Reviewers highlight its lightweight titanium case, under 9mm thick, and solid finishing that accentuates the material's subtle contrast. Some desire more design originality and a bracelet micro-adjust system. Overall, reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti) highly for its impressive value and comfortable wearability.

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

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve 40 (Ti)44.5mm
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve 40 (Ti)56h
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Water Resistance
The Twelve 40 (Ti)100m
Essence ThirtyNine100m
MSRP
The Twelve 40 (Ti)$1,775
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
44.5mm
39mm
Thickness
8.95mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
25mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Space Ghost
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
56h
41h
Jewels
25
0
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,775
$2,390
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