Which is cheaper, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

At MSRP the Formex Reef 42 mm is the cheaper of the two at $2,414, against $2,625 for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) — a $211 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 mm wears larger at 42mm versus 39.5mm for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) — a 2.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 mm is rated to 300m versus 15m for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

What movement does the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) run compared to the Formex Reef 42 mm?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) uses the La Joux-Perret G101 and the Formex Reef 42 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1.

Side by side

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)vsFormex Reef 42 mm

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

redcliff-39-5-date-boutique-edition-event-exclusive

MSRP $2,625

Formex Reef 42 mm

reef-42mm-automatic-cosc-300m-black

MSRP $2,414

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Date Boutique Edition (event)39.5mm

Reef 42 mm42mm

Power Reserve

Date Boutique Edition (event)40h

Reef 42 mm56h

Water Resistance

Date Boutique Edition (event)15m

Reef 42 mm300m

MSRP

Date Boutique Edition (event)$2,625

Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

Dial Color

Date Boutique Edition (Event)

Black

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G101

Sellita SW300-1

Power Reserve

40h

56h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,625

$2,414

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What people say

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Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) for its exquisite dial work, featuring a dark, moody green on a silver-coated dial with hand-painted varnish. The 40mm model's central second hand and stepped dial contribute to its appeal, with both sizes praised for comfortable wearability due to their thickness and short lugs. One owner notes the mallard green color lacked luster in person compared to photos. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) highly for its dial finishing and comfortable wearability.

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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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