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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsTudor 1926 28mm Automatic

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
1926 28mm Automatic
Tudor1926 28mm Automatic
MSRP $2,400

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
1926 28mm Automatic28mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
1926 28mm Automatic38h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
1926 28mm Automatic100m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
1926 28mm Automatic$2,400

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
28mm
Thickness
10mm
9.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
15mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
T201
Power Reserve
41h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$2,400

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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.

Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic for its refined aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its automatic movement and considering it a versatile everyday watch. Some owners note the date window can be difficult to read, and one owner perceives the 28mm size as looking large due to its small bezel and big dial. On balance, owners rate the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic highly for its refined design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The smooth and precise bezel action is a notable strength of this watch. A potential drawback is the use of a third-party movement, which may be a drawback for some enthusiasts who prefer in-house calibers.

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