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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsFortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39mm
44mm
Thickness
10mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW220-1
Power Reserve
41h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$5,450

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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.

Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC is widely praised for its robust COSC-certified Kenissi Werk 11 movement, offering a 70-hour power reserve, and its stealthy, scratch-resistant Dianoir DLC coating. Owners find it comfortable to wear despite its 44mm size, with one owner considering it a standout piece. Some reviewers note a subtle difference in the color tone of the DLC coating on the crown and bezel lock between variants. Overall, owners and reviewers regard the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC highly for its durable construction and reliable, high-spec movement.

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