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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Orion 33 rose

Owners praise the NOMOS Glashütte Orion 33 rose for its Bauhaus-inspired minimalist design and slender 35mm case that wears even slimmer. While some find its gold hands offer mild contrast against the dial for readability, others note that the dial with gold indexes and blued hands offers better legibility in dim light. The polarizing style and smaller size may limit its versatility as an everyday watch for some. Some owners consider the NOMOS Glashütte Orion 33 rose worth its price tag due to its in-house automatic movement and thin case, while others suggest purchasing it at a discount. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Orion 33 rose for its elegant, slim design and Bauhaus aesthetic, though legibility and size are points of discussion.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Orion 33 rose32.8mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Orion 33 rose53 hoursh
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Orion 33 rose50m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Orion 33 rose$2,390

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39mm
32.8mm
Thickness
10mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
42.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
17mm
Finish
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Silver
Indices
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Nomos DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
41h
53 hoursh
Jewels
0
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