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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
10mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
41h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$2,414

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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.

Formex Reef 42 mm

The Formex Reef 42 mm is widely praised for its comfortable bracelet featuring a micro-adjust clasp, COSC-certified Sellita movement, and excellent build quality. Owners appreciate the gradient dial's visual appeal and the overall wearability. Some owners note the seconds hand does not perfectly align with markers, and one owner found the lugs' taper hinders third-party strap fit. The bracelet's length and sporty design are noted as limiting versatility by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 42 mm highly for its impressive wearability and value at the price point.

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