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Formex Reef 42 mmvsStudio Underd0g The Gimlet

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
The Gimlet
Studio Underd0gThe Gimlet
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
The Gimlet39.5mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
The Gimlet40h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
The Gimlet
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
The Gimlet$1,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Casual
Diameter
42mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Standard
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$1,000

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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.

Studio Underd0g The Gimlet

Studio Underd0g The Gimlet is praised for its playful, layered dial construction featuring a textured sapphire disc over a luminous base, creating depth and animation, and its comfortable 38mm case dimensions. Owners note its attractive dial color and combination, though some find the design too similar to other models and question the aesthetic of the visible dial screws. The watch utilizes a reliable, tactile Sellita SW210-1 manual-wind movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Studio Underd0g The Gimlet highly for its unique dial construction and comfortable wearability.

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