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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsOak & Oscar The Sandford

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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.

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 Sandford

Oak & Oscar The Sandford owners report it wears well, with one noting the PVD variant feels like a dream on the wrist. One owner states their Sandford GMT was in excellent condition, recently serviced by the brand, with only minor cosmetic flaws. Overall, owners appreciate the comfortable wearability of Oak & Oscar The Sandford, with one highlighting the PVD finish as a particular positive.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
The Sandford40mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
The Sandford
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
The Sandford
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
The Sandford$1,850

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Charcoal
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
41h
0h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$1,850
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