Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsGlycine Unisex Combat 6 Classic 36mm Automatic Watch GL0107

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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.

Formex Essence ThirtyNine at true scale

Essence ThirtyNine

Glycine Unisex Combat 6 Classic 36mm Automatic Watch GL0107 at true scale

Unisex Combat 6 Classic 36mm Automatic Watch GL0107

Diameter

39mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

n/a

Thickness

10mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$2,390

$545

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
10mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
41h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$545
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Reviews

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

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.

Glycine Unisex Combat 6 Classic 36mm Automatic Watch GL0107

The Glycine Unisex Combat 6 Classic 36mm Automatic Watch GL0107 is praised for its slim profile, around 10mm to 10.6mm thick, and its 36mm diameter, which owners find advantageous for smaller wrists. Reviewers and owners note a 38-hour power reserve and a sunray-finish dial with polished steel baton hands and straight hour markers, though some find the hands get lost against the cream dial. One owner criticized the stiff leather strap and weak lume, while another pointed out the lack of AR coating on the sapphire crystal. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Unisex Combat 6 Classic 36mm Automatic Watch GL0107 highly for its wearability and value, with its slim 36mm case being a key draw.