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.

dwiss A1 at true scale

A1

Formex Essence ThirtyNine at true scale

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 specs
Category
n/a
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
68h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,916
$2,390
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Reviews

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

dwiss A1

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.

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.