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Formex Reef 42 mmvsSugess Tourbillon Master SU8230

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
Tourbillon Master SU8230
SugessTourbillon Master SU8230
MSRP $1,399

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
Tourbillon Master SU823041mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
Tourbillon Master SU823040h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
Tourbillon Master SU823050m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
Tourbillon Master SU8230$1,399

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
11.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
11mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Yellow Gold/Rose Gold/Bronze
Water Resistance
300m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Seagull ST8230
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
56h
40h
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$1,399

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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.

Sugess Tourbillon Master SU8230

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master for its stunning enamel dial and impressive finishing at its price point. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting -12s/day and another +6 to +11s/day. Caveats include a cumbersome winding crown, limited 50m water resistance, a 21mm lug width, and a non-hacking movement, with one owner noting a power reserve around two days and noticeable resistance when winding. On balance, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master highly for its visually striking dial and finishing, which significantly elevates its perceived value.

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