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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsVario Futurist

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Purple
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$648

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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