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Formex Stratos UTCvsBoldr The Vogelkop

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Stratos UTC
FormexStratos UTC
MSRP $4,663
The Vogelkop
BoldrThe Vogelkop
MSRP $449

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Stratos UTC41mm
The Vogelkop40mm
Power Reserve
Stratos UTC42h
The Vogelkop40h
Water Resistance
Stratos UTC100m
The Vogelkop200m
MSRP
Stratos UTC$4,663
The Vogelkop$449

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Tool
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Vogelkop Superb

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892
Seiko NH38A
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,663
$449

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Formex Stratos UTC

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Formex Stratos UTC for its user-friendly flyer GMT complication, which utilizes pushers for time-zone adjustments, and its slim 11.8mm case. The watch is noted for its intricate, hand-finished case with a multi-layer construction and excellent finishing, along with a unique two-level case design. The Dubois-Depraz module on an ETA 2892 movement is a highlight, with accuracy figures ranging from +/- 5 to +/- 7 seconds per day. However, some find the dial busy with multiple typefaces and the overall design too complex or "plug ugly," with the price near €4000 considered high by some for a newer brand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Stratos UTC highly for its innovative GMT functionality and excellent case finishing at its price point.

Boldr The Vogelkop

The Musou Black dial is the standout feature, creating a unique and stealthy aesthetic. The watch offers 200m water resistance and a comfortable 40mm case size. Reviewers did not explicitly agree on any weaknesses.

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