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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Coral
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$450

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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