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Formex Reef 42 mmvsSeiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch offers a 300-meter depth rating and a caller-style GMT complication powered by the Caliber 6R54 movement, which provides a 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers note its refined clasp with extensive micro-adjustment. However, the movement's accuracy, ranging from +25 to -15 seconds per day, is considered a drawback by some. Overall, reviewers highlight the Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch as a good reminder of Seiko's value, despite the wide accuracy range of its movement.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch42mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch72h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch300m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch$1,700

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
11.4mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
6R54
Power Reserve
56h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$1,700
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