Which is cheaper, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Tissot T-Complication Squelette?

At MSRP the Tissot T-Complication Squelette is the cheaper of the two at $2,295, against $2,414 for the Formex Reef 42 mm — a $119 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Tissot T-Complication Squelette?

The Tissot T-Complication Squelette wears larger at 43mm versus 42mm for the Formex Reef 42 mm — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Tissot T-Complication Squelette?

The Formex Reef 42 mm is rated to 300m versus 50m for the Tissot T-Complication Squelette.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Tissot T-Complication Squelette?

The Formex Reef 42 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 46 hours on the Tissot T-Complication Squelette.

What movement does the Formex Reef 42 mm run compared to the Tissot T-Complication Squelette?

The Formex Reef 42 mm runs a automatic caliber (Sellita SW300-1), while the Tissot T-Complication Squelette runs a manual.

Side by side

Formex Reef 42 mmvsTissot T-Complication Squelette

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Formex Reef 42 mm

reef-42mm-automatic-cosc-300m-black

MSRP $2,414

Tissot T-Complication Squelette

t0704051641100

MSRP $2,295

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Reef 42 mm42mm

T-Complication Squelette43mm

Power Reserve

Reef 42 mm56h

T-Complication Squelette46h

Water Resistance

Reef 42 mm300m

T-Complication Squelette50m

MSRP

Reef 42 mm$2,414

T-Complication Squelette$2,295

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Domed

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Black

Transparent

Indices

Applied

Indexes

Lume

Super-LumiNova

Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW300-1

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Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

56h

46h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,414

$2,295

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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.

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Tissot T-Complication Squelette

Owners widely praise the Tissot T-Complication Squelette for its mesmerizing mechanical movement and industrial look, with many finding it offers great value. The pallet fork ticking is frequently noted as loud, a characteristic some owners appreciate while others find it noticeable in quiet environments. Some users flag the non-hacking seconds hand as a drawback for precise time setting, and opinions on its size are mixed, with some finding it too large for thin wrists. Overall, owners rate the Tissot T-Complication Squelette highly for its quality craftsmanship and the captivating skeletonized movement at its price point.

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