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Formex Reef 42 mmvsGrand Seiko SBGP015

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
SBGP015
Grand SeikoSBGP015
MSRP $3,800

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
SBGP01540mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
SBGP01540h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
SBGP015200m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
SBGP015$3,800

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11.4mm
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
47.1mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
9F85
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$3,800

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What people say

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGP015

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGP015 for its stupendous, substantial, and classy versatility, with reviewers noting the dial print is exceptionally sharp, casting shadows under light. The Grand Seiko 9F85 quartz movement is lauded for its excellent timekeeping, with one owner purchasing it as a grab-and-go option. The watch is listed for £1900. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGP015 highly for its sharp dial print and the accuracy of its 9F85 quartz movement.

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