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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.

Omega Constellation Observatory Co Axial Master Chronometer 39 4mm

Owners widely praise the Omega Constellation Observatory Co Axial Master Chronometer 39 4mm for its fantastic presence and discreet elegance, finding it suitable for both suits and casual wear. Reviewers highlight its reinterpretation of vintage design with a pie-pan dial, dog-leg lugs, and kite-shaped hands and indexes, noting its certification as a Master Chronometer. Some owners find the case thick and the lugs awkward, while others prefer its clean design and unique details over other models. One owner wishes to switch straps but notes Omega does not sell alternatives. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Omega Constellation Observatory Co Axial Master Chronometer 39 4mm for its elegant design and Master Chronometer certification, despite some reservations about case thickness and lug design.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Constellation Observatory Co Axial Master Chronometer 39 4mm39.4mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Constellation Observatory Co Axial Master Chronometer 39 4mm60h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Constellation Observatory Co Axial Master Chronometer 39 4mm30m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Constellation Observatory Co Axial Master Chronometer 39 4mm$37,900

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39mm
39.4mm
Thickness
10mm
12.23mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
47.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
18kt Moonshine Gold
Finish
O-MEGASTEEL
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Silver
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Omega 8914
Power Reserve
41h
60h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$37,900
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