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Fears Arnos (Blue)vsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Arnos (Blue)
FearsArnos (Blue)
MSRP $4,604
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arnos (Blue)30.8mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Arnos (Blue)40h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Arnos (Blue)30m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Arnos (Blue)$4,604
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
30.8mm
42mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW1000-1b
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,604
$2,414

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What people say

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Fears Arnos (Blue)

The Fears Arnos (Blue) is lauded for its striking blue galvanic dial with a hobnail surround and Roman numerals, housed in a vintage-inspired 33.5mm rectangular stainless steel case measuring 8.4mm in thickness. Reviewers note the convenience of its automatic Sellita SW1000-1b movement, which offers a 46-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers praise the Fears Arnos (Blue) for its distinctive dial and slim, wearable case.

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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