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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Thickness
10mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$935

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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.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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