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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsEza 1972 Diver

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
1972 Diver
Eza1972 Diver
MSRP $1,411
What people say

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Formex Essence ThirtyNine

The Formex Essence ThirtyNine is praised for its impressive build quality and value, featuring a patented case suspension system for comfort and protection. It houses a COSC-certified Sellita SW200-1 movement with a 38-hour power reserve and a tool-free strap quick-release system. A minor inconvenience noted is the specific closing order of the clasp. On balance, reviewers rate the Formex Essence ThirtyNine highly for its comfortable wearability and excellent value at its price point.

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.

Eza 1972 Diver

Owners widely praise the Eza 1972 Diver for its faithful vintage design, thin 39.6mm case, and excellent value, with one owner noting it surpasses other watches in bezel action, crown comfort, and packaging. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is reported to be exceptionally accurate, running at nearly 0 seconds per day. Some find the bezel action stiff. Overall, owners rate the Eza 1972 Diver highly for its exceptional vintage aesthetic and value proposition.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
1972 Diver39.6mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
1972 Diver41h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
1972 Diver200m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
1972 Diver$1,411

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39mm
39.6mm
Thickness
10mm
11.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
41h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$1,411
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