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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsGruppo Gamma Field III GMT Date

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Field III GMT Date
Gruppo GammaField III GMT Date
MSRP $459
What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

From video reviewers

The case suspension system enhances comfort and the COSC-certified movement is a strong feature. The bracelet exhibits noticeable rattle. Reviewers disagreed on the ideal case size, with some preferring the 39mm and others the 41mm.

Gruppo Gamma Field III GMT Date

Owners widely praise the Gruppo Gamma Field III GMT Date for its awesome looks, quality, and good value. The watch features a 40mm brushed 316L stainless steel case, box sapphire crystal, and 200m water resistance, powered by a Seiko NH34A movement. Some reviewers note the NH34A movement's accuracy can range from -20~+40 seconds per day, though one reviewer reported +5 seconds per day with a regulated movement. The dial's dense layout with Arabic numerals can be overwhelming for some, and one owner found the size unsuitable for smaller wrists. On balance, owners rate the Gruppo Gamma Field III GMT Date highly for its impressive finishing and toolish design at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Field III GMT Date40mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Field III GMT Date41h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Field III GMT Date200m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Field III GMT Date$459

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Space Ghost
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko Instruments NH38A
Power Reserve
41h
41h
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$459
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