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Formex Reef 42 mmvsOrient AA02 Diver Watch

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
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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.

Orient AA02 Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient AA02 Diver Watch for its impressive quality and value, noting it as a keeper with considerable charm. The F6922 automatic movement offers hand-winding and hacking capabilities, and the watch features a 40-hour power reserve and a mineral crystal. Some owners have opted to replace the stock bracelet. On balance, owners rate the Orient AA02 Diver Watch highly for its exceptional value and overall quality at its affordable price point.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
AA02 Diver Watch41.5mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
AA02 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
AA02 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
AA02 Diver Watch$285

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
42mm
41.5mm
Thickness
11.4mm
13mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
56h
40h
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$285
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