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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsVenezianico Nereide GMT 39

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Nereide GMT 39
VenezianicoNereide GMT 39
MSRP $1,150

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Nereide GMT 3939mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Nereide GMT 3940h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Nereide GMT 39100m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Nereide GMT 39$1,150

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Thickness
10mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
45.5mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$1,150

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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.

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 GMT 39

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide GMT for its attractive, unique design featuring a tungsten bezel and blue MOP dial, and its good build quality for the price. One owner notes it keeps great time and looks beautiful, while another highlights the Miyota 9039 movement contributes to a thin profile. However, some owners express disappointment with the bracelet's split pins and the absence of a standard half link for optimal fit. On balance, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide GMT highly for its distinctive aesthetic and value proposition.

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