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Formex Reef 42 mmvsMarloe Watch Company Solent Timer

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
Solent Timer
Marloe Watch CompanySolent Timer
MSRP $507

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
Solent Timer42mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
Solent Timer40h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
Solent Timer100m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
Solent Timer$507

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Thickness
11.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Natulite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
56h
40h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$507

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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.

Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer for its beautiful design and perceived quality, with excellent packaging noted as a positive. One owner reports the included strap may be too large for wrists under 7 inches. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting their GMT runs a tad fast. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer highly for its aesthetic appeal and quality feel.

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