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Formex Reef 42 mmvsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
Tesei Bronze Swiss
SpinnakerTesei Bronze Swiss
MSRP $850

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
Tesei Bronze Swiss40h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
Tesei Bronze Swiss300m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
11.4mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
52mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$850

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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 Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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