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Ikepod Megapod M002vsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Megapod M002
IkepodMegapod M002
MSRP $1,458
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Megapod M00246mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Megapod M00240h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Megapod M00250m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Megapod M002$1,458
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
46mm
42mm
Thickness
17mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,458
$2,414

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What people say

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Ikepod Megapod M002

The Ikepod Megapod M002 is praised for its unique design and comfortable wearability, with owners noting it wears smaller than its 46mm case size due to its lugless, pebble-like shape. Legibility is good, aided by generous Super-LumiNova, and it is powered by a Miyota 9039 automatic movement. Some find the considerable size limits wearability for wrists under 44mm. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Megapod M002 for its distinctive design and surprisingly comfortable wearability despite its substantial dimensions.

Formex Reef 42 mm

The Formex Reef 42 mm is widely praised for its comfortable bracelet featuring a micro-adjust clasp, COSC-certified Sellita movement, and excellent build quality. Owners appreciate the gradient dial's visual appeal and the overall wearability. Some owners note the seconds hand does not perfectly align with markers, and one owner found the lugs' taper hinders third-party strap fit. The bracelet's length and sporty design are noted as limiting versatility by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 42 mm highly for its impressive wearability and value at the price point.

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