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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsVenezianico Nereide Avventurina Nera

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What people say

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

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.

Venezianico Nereide Avventurina Nera

Venezianico Nereide is widely praised for its attractive dials, with reviewers highlighting the sparkling aventurine and owners noting the sunburst blue. The watch is considered good value, featuring a sapphire crystal and quality bracelet, with reviewers specifically mentioning good case finishing for the price. Owners of the 39mm model report the NH35A movement, while the Avventurina variant uses a Sellita SW200-1. Some owners find the stock rubber strap stiff, and one forum discussion flagged concerns about the brand's customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Nereide highly for its attractive design and build quality at its price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Nereide Avventurina Nera39mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Nereide Avventurina Nera
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Nereide Avventurina Nera200m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Nereide Avventurina Nera$1,650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Thickness
10mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Space Ghost

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Soprod M100
Power Reserve
41h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$1,650
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