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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander AutomaticvsFormex Essence ThirtyNine

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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic for its excellent finishing, on-the-fly micro-adjust bracelet, and GADA versatility, with some calling it their best offering and a bargain. However, the lume is consistently criticized as weak, particularly for its price point. Some owners find the dial's multiple color pops distracting, and one notes the brand's poor aftermarket value retention. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic highly for its build quality and versatility at the price.

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

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 Sealander Automatic36mm
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Power Reserve
C63 Sealander Automatic65h
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Water Resistance
C63 Sealander Automatic150m
Essence ThirtyNine100m
MSRP
C63 Sealander Automatic$1,430
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
45mm
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW 200-2
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
65h
41h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,430
$2,390
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