Oris New York Harbor Limited Edition IIvsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

New York Harbor Limited Edition II

Reef 42 mm
Diameter
43.5mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Thickness
n/a
11.4mm
Water Resistance
300m
300m
Power Reserve
41h
56h
highest
MSRP
$3,000
$2,414
lowest
Movement
Oris 733
Sellita SW300-1
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
5 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Oris New York Harbor Limited Edition II is praised for its vibrant teal mother-of-pearl dial and refined case finishing, with reviewers noting it wears smaller than its 43.5mm size suggests. One reviewer highlights the charming, colorful dial and stainless steel bezel adding character to the Aquis line. However, the Sellita-based Oris Caliber 733 movement shows its age with a modest 41-hour power reserve. Some find the barrel-like case shape and 13.1mm thickness make it feel chunky on the wrist. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Oris New York Harbor Limited Edition II for its eye-catching dial and refined finishing, despite the movement's dated power reserve.
Owners widely praise the Formex Reef 42 mm for its comfortable bracelet with a micro-adjust clasp and its overall build and finish, with one owner strongly recommending it. Reviewers highlight its impressive wearability and versatility, noting the COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement and well-finished bracelet. One owner found the lugs' taper hinders third-party strap fit and observed the seconds hand does not perfectly align with markers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 42 mm highly for its comfortable bracelet and solid build at its price point.
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