Christopher Ward C63 Sealander AutomaticvsFormex Essence ThirtyNine

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic at true scale

C63 Sealander Automatic

Formex Essence ThirtyNine at true scale

Essence ThirtyNine

Diameter

36mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

lowest

45mm

Thickness

10.9mm

10mm

lowest

Water Resistance

150m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

65h

highest

41h

MSRP

$1,430

lowest

$2,390

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
10.9mm
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

4 specs
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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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic for its excellent finishing, build quality, and GADA versatility, with some finding its design more interesting than alternatives and its on-the-fly micro-adjust bracelet a key strength. Some owners consider it a bargain and among the brand's best offerings. However, one owner finds the dial's multiple color pops distracting, and another notes the lume is weak compared to cheaper competitors. The Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic features a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, 150m water resistance, and a 36mm case. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic highly for its exceptional finishing and GADA versatility at its price point.

Formex Essence ThirtyNine

The Formex Essence ThirtyNine is widely praised for its build quality and value, featuring a patented case suspension system for comfort and protection. Reviewers note its 39mm case with a 10mm thickness and 45mm lug-to-lug distance, housing a COSC-certified Sellita SW200-1 movement. It includes a tool-free strap quick-release system and a patented micro-adjusting bracelet for comfort, with pricing around $1,280-$1,390. One minor inconvenience noted is the clasp's specific closing order. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Essence ThirtyNine highly for its comfortable wearability and excellent value proposition.

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.