Which is cheaper, the Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

At MSRP the Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite is the cheaper of the two at $1,400, against $2,414 for the Formex Reef 42 mm — a $1,014 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 mm wears larger at 42mm versus 40mm for the Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 mm is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite.

What movement does the Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite run compared to the Formex Reef 42 mm?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite uses the Miyota 9039 and the Formex Reef 42 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1.

Side by side

Venezianico Arsenale MeteoritevsFormex Reef 42 mm

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite

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MSRP $1,400

Formex Reef 42 mm

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MSRP $2,414

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Arsenale Meteorite40mm

Reef 42 mm42mm

Power Reserve

Arsenale Meteorite40h

Reef 42 mm56h

Water Resistance

Arsenale Meteorite100m

Reef 42 mm300m

MSRP

Arsenale Meteorite$1,400

Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

Sellita SW300-1

Power Reserve

40h

56h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,400

$2,414

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What people say

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Venezianico Arsenale Meteorite

The Venezianico Arsenale is widely praised for its superb execution and value, with reviewers highlighting its thin 8.95mm case, excellent finishing for its sub-$1000 price, and a dynamic Côtes de Genève dial. Owners describe the meteorite dial as a stunner with subtle iridescence. Caveats include difficult strap changes, a lack of lume, and some find the overall case design generic and the polished bracelet a maintenance challenge, with readability also noted as a potential issue. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Arsenale highly for its impressive finishing and thin profile at its price point.

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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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