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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsOak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
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.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01

Owners widely praise Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 for its exceptional finishing, comfortable bracelet, and smooth movement. The dial designs are a frequent point of admiration, with specific appreciation for the white, navy, and gray variants, as well as the orange seconds hand. The watch is considered fairly priced at around $1.5k and is noted for its versatility and "soul." On balance, owners rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 highly for its overall quality, design, and the brand's customer service.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
The Olmsted ExP-0138mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
The Olmsted ExP-0142h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
The Olmsted ExP-01100m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
The Olmsted ExP-01$1,775

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
10mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
44.9mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Heat-treated Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW300-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
41h
42h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$1,775
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