dwiss A1vsFormex 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.

A1

Essence ThirtyNine
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
45mm
lowest
Thickness
10.8mm
10mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
68h
highest
41h
MSRP
$1,916
lowest
$2,390
Movement
La Joux-Perret G100
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the dwiss A1 for its excellent wearability and versatile modern design, noting its slim profile and integrated bracelet. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the impressive 68-hour power reserve and the bright Super-LumiNova C1 X1 BL blocks for legibility. The La Joux-Perret G100 movement is mentioned, and accuracy figures range from +7/-7 seconds per day. One owner points out the unique luminous border on the date window as an unusual design choice. Overall, owners rate the dwiss A1 highly for its integrated bracelet design and finishing at its price point.
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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