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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsSeiko Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition

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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition features a 40mm case, 300m water resistance, and a 72-hour power reserve from the Calibre 6R55 movement, distinguished by a grey bezel insert and a wave-patterned silvery-white dial. The clasp includes an improved diving suit extension. Owners note the MarineMaster case is comfortable and wearable. However, some owners criticize the 6R54 movement's accuracy, reporting deviations of +25/-15 seconds per day, and find the production number too large for a "limited" edition, deeming it too expensive. On balance, owners rate the Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition positively for its comfortable case and attractive dial, despite concerns regarding its price and movement accuracy.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition40mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition72h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition300m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition$1,400

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46.4mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 6R55
Power Reserve
41h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$1,400
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