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Formex Reef 42 mmvsZelos Thresher 44

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
Thresher 44
ZelosThresher 44
MSRP $549

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
Thresher 4444mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
Thresher 4440h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
Thresher 44500m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
Thresher 44$549

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
11.4mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
44mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
500m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$549

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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.

Zelos Thresher 44

Owners widely praise the Zelos Thresher 44, with one owner noting its finish has proven remarkably scratch-resistant. However, one owner found the finishing on their hammered grey variant not as well done as expected. The Zelos Thresher 44 with an agate dial sold out in 90 seconds, with one owner receiving theirs and noting the bracelet was fully wrapped. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Thresher 44 highly for its desirability and scratch-resistant finish.

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