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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Casual
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Space Ghost
40mm
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$750

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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.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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