Cincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field 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.

The Cincinnatus Field Automatic

Essence ThirtyNine
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
45mm
lowest
Thickness
10.8mm
10mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
65h
highest
41h
MSRP
$895
lowest
$2,390
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Cincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value and as a favored daily wear. Owners highlight its historical inspiration, unique design, and versatility for everyday and business-casual use. It is noted as being well-made, keeping good time, and durable for outdoor activities, with one owner stating they would pay $650 for it. On balance, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field Automatic highly for its value and suitability as a versatile daily wearer.
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.
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.
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