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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsTissot PRX

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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.

Tissot PRX

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot PRX for its exceptional finishing and value, with many noting it punches well above its price point. The well-constructed case and bracelet are frequently highlighted, as is its comfortable wearing profile and attractive sunburst dial. Some owners find the hype around the PRX overblown, and a few have noted quality control issues with specific models, such as a loose chrono hand or dust on the hands. The lack of micro-adjustment on the bracelet is a recurring minor criticism, and some reviewers suggest the dial hands could be less shiny or that the quartz movement could be more accurate. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PRX highly for its impressive finishing and integrated bracelet design at an accessible price.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
PRX42mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
PRX68h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
PRX100m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
PRX$2,150

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
10mm
14.54mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
13mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Graded green
Indices
Indexes
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Tissot Valjoux A05.H31
Power Reserve
41h
68h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$2,150
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