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Formex Reef 39.5 mmvsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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Reef 39.5 mm
FormexReef 39.5 mm
MSRP $2,230
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 39.5 mm39.5mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Reef 39.5 mm56h
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
Reef 39.5 mm300m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
Reef 39.5 mm$2,230
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
37mm
Thickness
11mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
UltraHex Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Bahama Blue
Yellow
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,230
$499

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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.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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