Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Pilomatic or the Formex Essence ThirtyNine?

At MSRP the Astor + Banks Pilomatic is the cheaper of the two at $1,249, against $2,390 for the Formex Essence ThirtyNine — a $1,141 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Pilomatic or the Formex Essence ThirtyNine?

The Astor + Banks Pilomatic wears larger at 42mm versus 39mm for the Formex Essence ThirtyNine — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Astor + Banks Pilomatic or the Formex Essence ThirtyNine?

The Astor + Banks Pilomatic is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Formex Essence ThirtyNine.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Astor + Banks Pilomatic or the Formex Essence ThirtyNine?

The Formex Essence ThirtyNine carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Astor + Banks Pilomatic.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Pilomatic run compared to the Formex Essence ThirtyNine?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Astor + Banks Pilomatic uses the Sellita SW200 and the Formex Essence ThirtyNine uses the Sellita SW200-1.

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