Which is cheaper, the Boldr Merlion 50th Anniversary or the Formex Reef 39.5 mm?

At MSRP the Boldr Merlion 50th Anniversary is the cheaper of the two at $449, against $2,230 for the Formex Reef 39.5 mm — a $1,781 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Boldr Merlion 50th Anniversary or the Formex Reef 39.5 mm?

The Boldr Merlion 50th Anniversary wears larger at 40mm versus 39.5mm for the Formex Reef 39.5 mm — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Boldr Merlion 50th Anniversary or the Formex Reef 39.5 mm?

The Formex Reef 39.5 mm is rated to 300m versus 200m for the Boldr Merlion 50th Anniversary.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Boldr Merlion 50th Anniversary or the Formex Reef 39.5 mm?

The Formex Reef 39.5 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Boldr Merlion 50th Anniversary.

What movement does the Boldr Merlion 50th Anniversary run compared to the Formex Reef 39.5 mm?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Boldr Merlion 50th Anniversary uses the Seiko NH35A and the Formex Reef 39.5 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1.

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