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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsGruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Peacemaker Bronze
Gruppo GammaPeacemaker Bronze
MSRP $990
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.

Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze

Owners widely praise the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze for its strong vintage aesthetic, featuring attractive sandwich dials and high-domed or box-shaped sapphire crystals. The bronze case is noted for developing patina and the watch is generally considered a good value. Accuracy figures vary, with one report of approximately +10 seconds per day and others stating +/-12 seconds per day. Power reserves range from 38 to 45 hours depending on the movement. One owner describes the winding action as a "dream." On balance, owners consider the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze a well-built watch offering significant vintage appeal and value.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Peacemaker Bronze43mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Peacemaker Bronze42h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Peacemaker Bronze200m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Peacemaker Bronze$990

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39mm
43mm
Thickness
10mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
52.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
24mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Fume Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
ETA 2824-2
Power Reserve
41h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$990
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