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Formex Reef 42 mmvsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
Fleuss GMT40h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
11.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
51mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Seiko NH34A
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$299

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

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