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Dryden PathfindervsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
201m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$2,414

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What people say

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Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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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