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Bremont The Meta KronosvsFormex Reef 42 mm

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The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Meta Kronos40mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
The Meta Kronos40h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
The Meta Kronos30m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
The Meta Kronos$3,145
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,145
$2,414

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What people say

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Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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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