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Formex Essence ThirtyNinevsYema Navygraf Chrono

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Essence ThirtyNine
FormexEssence ThirtyNine
MSRP $2,390
Navygraf Chrono
YemaNavygraf Chrono
MSRP $1,999

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essence ThirtyNine39mm
Navygraf Chrono40mm
Power Reserve
Essence ThirtyNine41h
Navygraf Chrono40h
Water Resistance
Essence ThirtyNine100m
Navygraf Chrono100m
MSRP
Essence ThirtyNine$2,390
Navygraf Chrono$1,999

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,390
$1,999

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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.

Yema Navygraf Chrono

Owners praise the Yema Navygraf Chrono for its handsome, versatile design and the value offered by its Valjoux 7750 movement. A reviewer notes the 40mm case's fully polished finish, which some feel clashes with its sporty aesthetic, and mentions its 13.9mm thickness is noticeable. One owner reported wearing the Yema Navygraf Chrono for two months without issues, receiving compliments. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Yema Navygraf Chrono to be a good-looking and well-specced watch for its price.

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