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Formex Reef 42 mmvsVario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
VarioNAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
MSRP $596

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)38mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)40h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)100m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)$596

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
11.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Red
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$596

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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 NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

Owners widely praise the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) for its unique single-hand time display, captivating dial featuring a wave pattern and red tiger eye stone with subtle striations, and Art Deco numerals. The 38mm stainless steel case, double-domed sapphire crystal, and German leather strap contribute to a comfortable and elegant build, with the watch weighing 74g. Some users find the varied font sizes on the dial distracting, while others appreciate the cool style and dial colors. One owner suggests reworking the sub-dial's seconds hand and track for a less sporty look, and another felt the English text and font balance were not ideal. Overall, owners rate the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) highly for its unique dial and comfortable wear at an affordable price.

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