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Formex Reef 42 mmvsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
11.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$428

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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 VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

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