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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsStudio Underd0g Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)
Studio Underd0gMint Choc Chip (Gen3)
MSRP $550
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Studio Underd0g Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)

Owners and reviewers praise the Studio Underd0g Mint Choc Chip (Gen3) for its unique, visually striking design, featuring an asymmetrical dial, textured two-tone finish, orange chrono hand tips, and chocolate chip hour markers, all housed in a comfortable 38.5mm case with a hand-winding SeaGull ST-1901 movement and a goat-skin strap. Some owners, however, find the watch overpriced for its movement and dial quality, and a few feel it appears toy-like on larger wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Studio Underd0g Mint Choc Chip (Gen3) for its distinctive aesthetic and comfortable wear, despite some reservations about price and perceived scale.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)38.5mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)40h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)$550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
38.5mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$550
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