DUG Glashütte Purist 37 Typ 2vsFormex 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.

DUG Glashütte Purist 37 Typ 2 at true scale

Purist 37 Typ 2

Formex Essence ThirtyNine at true scale

Essence ThirtyNine

Diameter

37mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.9mm

lowest

45mm

Thickness

10.3mm

10mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

40h

41h

highest

MSRP

$1,499

lowest

$2,390

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Category
Watch
Dress
Diameter
37mm
39mm
Thickness
10.35mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.9mm
45mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Space Ghost
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,499
$2,390
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Reviews

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

DUG Glashütte Purist 37 Typ 2

Owners widely praise the DUG Glashütte Purist 37 Typ 2 for its Glashütte-inspired finishing and clean, legible design, with reviewers noting its exceptional value for money. The decorated Sellita SW200-1 movement, finished to Glashütte standards with perlage and a gold-plated rotor, is considered a standout feature for its price point. The 37mm case is described as hugging the wrist beautifully, making it a wonderful GADA watch. One owner wished for a 39mm case size, and some find the tang buckle choice odd. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the DUG Glashütte Purist 37 Typ 2 highly for its surprising quality and attractive 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.