Breitling Avenger Automatic GMTvsFormex 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.

Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT at true scale

Avenger Automatic GMT

Formex Reef 42 mm at true scale

Reef 42 mm

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

12.3mm

11.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

42h

56h

highest

MSRP

$4,800

$2,414

lowest

Movement

Breitling 32

Sellita SW300-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
12.28mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 32
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
42h
56h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,800
$2,414
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Reviews

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

Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT

Owners widely praise the Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT for its attractive aesthetics, with specific mentions of the white dial's contrast and the overall subtle yet beautiful look. The watch is considered wearable and comfortable, with some owners finding it suitable for wrists around 6.75 inches and appreciating its slim profile. The GMT function is a key draw for many, and the timer bezel is seen by some as more useful than a 24-hour one. Accuracy is reported around +2 seconds per day by one owner. However, the 42-hour power reserve is a point of contention for some, who consider it low. The 24-hour scale on the dial is described as small and potentially difficult to read, and the 45mm case size is noted as potentially too large for many wrists. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT highly for its aesthetic appeal and GMT functionality, despite some reservations about its power reserve and dial legibility.

Formex Reef 42 mm

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.