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Formex Reef 39.5 mmvsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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Reef 39.5 mm
FormexReef 39.5 mm
MSRP $2,230
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 39.5 mm39.5mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Reef 39.5 mm56h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Reef 39.5 mm300m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
Reef 39.5 mm$2,230
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Bahama Blue
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
9039
Power Reserve
56h
42h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,230
$665

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What people say

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Formex Reef 39.5 mm

The Formex Reef 39.5 mm is widely praised for its refined finishing, comfortable and well-proportioned case design, and impressive specifications for its price point, including COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement and 300m water resistance. Owners and reviewers highlight the tool-less micro-adjust clasp and quick-release spring bars as practical features. Some reviewers note that the 22mm lug width feels slightly disproportionate to the smaller case, and the bracelet could benefit from more taper, though this is a point of contention for some owners who value the overall package. A prototype crown protrusion issue is noted as being addressed for production. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 39.5 mm highly for its excellent value and well-executed design.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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