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Formex Reef 39.5 mmvsSeiko Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition

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Reef 39.5 mm
FormexReef 39.5 mm
MSRP $2,230

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 39.5 mm39.5mm
Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition40mm
Power Reserve
Reef 39.5 mm56h
Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition72h
Water Resistance
Reef 39.5 mm300m
Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition300m
MSRP
Reef 39.5 mm$2,230
Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition$1,400

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
46.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Bahama Blue
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
6R55
Power Reserve
56h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,230
$1,400

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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition

The Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition is praised for its compact 40mm case and the new Caliber 6R55 movement offering a 72-hour power reserve. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning dials as a strong suit for Seiko. However, the 6R movement's accuracy is a point of disappointment for some, who wish for improvements closer to other movements, though others accept it given the excellent overall package. Press images suggest the bracelet end links may appear disjointed. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition well, with the stunning dials and improved power reserve being the biggest reasons.

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