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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsNodus Unity

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Unity
NodusUnity
MSRP $725

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Unity36.5mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Unity41h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Unity150m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Unity$725

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
36.5mm
Thickness
10mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
43.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota Cal.9015 Premium Automatic
Power Reserve
41h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$725

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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.

Nodus Unity

The Nodus Unity is praised for its novel design, featuring a fixed ceramic bezel and a textured sunray dial, and its slim 36.5mm case. It is powered by a Miyota 9015 movement, regulated to ±8 seconds per day, with a 41-hour power reserve and 150m water resistance. Reviewers note the well-executed bracelet with a five-position extension clasp, though its aesthetic is compromised when fully extended. Some find the dial colors may not appeal to everyone. Overall, reviewers highlight the Nodus Unity's refined yet playful sports watch aesthetic and slim wearability at its price point.

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