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Formex Reef 42 mmvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
11.4mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$328

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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