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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsSugess Tourbillon Master SU8002

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Tourbillon Master SU8002
SugessTourbillon Master SU8002
MSRP $1,099
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.

Sugess Tourbillon Master SU8002

The value proposition of a functioning tourbillon at this price point is the strongest cited strength. Reviewers imply potential compromises in other areas to achieve this low cost.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Tourbillon Master SU800241mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Tourbillon Master SU800240h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Tourbillon Master SU800250m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Tourbillon Master SU8002$1,099

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
10mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seagull ST8230
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$1,099
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