Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsMühle-Glashütte Teutonia II Ring date

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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

Mühle-Glashütte Teutonia II Ring date at true scale

Teutonia II Ring date

Diameter

39mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

lowest

51.2mm

Thickness

10mm

lowest

10.7mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

41h

41h

MSRP

$2,390

lowest

$2,680

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
n/a
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
10mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
51.2mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$2,680
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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.

Mühle-Glashütte Teutonia II Ring date

Owners praise the Mühle-Glashütte Teutonia II Ring date for its minimalist design and unique day-of-the-week complication, with quality often compared favorably to Swiss counterparts. Some find the Teutonia line wears large, though the 41mm case of the Ring date is a concrete specification. The dial is noted for attractive options and a functional big date complication. A criticism is the absence of luminous paint on the hands and dial, and a generic font for the model name. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Mühle-Glashütte Teutonia II Ring date for its understated competence and unique complications.