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Sternglas MerionvsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Merion$701
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
41h
56h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$2,414

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What people say

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Sternglas Merion

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.

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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