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Bremont MBIIvsFormex Reef 42 mm

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MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$2,414

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What people say

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Bremont MBII

The Bremont MBII is praised for its striking, high-tech pilot's watch aesthetic, reassuring heft, and quality feel, featuring an anti-shock system and customizable barrel. Owners note its condition can be excellent with minor hairlines, and it is presented with all original boxes and papers. A drawback cited is its 38-hour power reserve compared to newer movements. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Bremont MBII affordable and a good representation of the brand.

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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