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Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFVvsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Jungle Field A-11 JFV
PraesidusJungle Field A-11 JFV
MSRP $195
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jungle Field A-11 JFV34mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Jungle Field A-11 JFV40h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Jungle Field A-11 JFV50m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Jungle Field A-11 JFV$195
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
34mm
42mm
Thickness
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black Canvas
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
TMI VH-31 Meca-Quartz
Sellita SW300-1
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195
$2,414

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What people say

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Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFV

The Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFV is praised for its modern take on a classic military design, featuring a well-proportioned 38mm sandblasted steel case and 100m water resistance. It is powered by a Miyota 9039 automatic movement, which is rated for accuracy between -10/+30 seconds per day and offers a 42-hour power reserve. The watch includes a no-date dial with beige Super-LumiNova and a double-domed sapphire crystal. On balance, reviewers highlight the Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFV as a well-proportioned field watch offering vintage charm at a $550 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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