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Orient Bambino Solar QuartzvsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Bambino Solar Quartz$265
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.4mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
VS213
Sellita SW300-1
Type
Solar
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$265
$2,414

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What people say

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Orient Bambino Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz for its nice finishing and value, with one owner noting it was worth the $220 spent. However, reviewers consistently flag the mineral crystal as a significant drawback, prone to scratches and abrasions. One owner reports the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz wears thinner due to its lighter movement and less robust construction. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz highly for its finishing and value, despite the mineral crystal's susceptibility to scratches.

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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