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Tudor 1926 39mm AutomaticvsFormex Reef 42 mm

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1926 39mm Automatic
Tudor1926 39mm Automatic
MSRP $2,575
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1926 39mm Automatic39mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
1926 39mm Automatic38h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
1926 39mm Automatic100m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
1926 39mm Automatic$2,575
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
9.1mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
15mm
22mm
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
T601
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
38h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,575
$2,414

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What people say

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Tudor 1926 39mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 39mm Automatic for its gorgeous appearance in person and excellent value, feeling they receive more than they pay for. It is considered a versatile everyday watch, suitable as a dress watch with 330 ft water resistance. Some owners note the 39mm Tudor 1926 wears larger than its stated size due to its small bezel and big dial, though it feels perfect on wrists just under 7 inches. One reviewer notes the Tudor 1926 Luna variant features a moonphase complication and uses a Sellita SW280-1 movement with a 38-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor 1926 39mm Automatic highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived value.

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.

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