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Makydo Mystic BluevsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Mystic Blue
MakydoMystic Blue
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Mystic Blue38mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Mystic Blue
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Mystic Blue50m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Mystic Blue
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
9mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
27mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414

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What people say

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Makydo Mystic Blue

Owners widely praise the Makydo Mystic Blue for its aesthetic appeal, impeccable finishing on the case and bracelet, and its sunburst dial. The 38mm size is noted to wear comfortably, closer to 39mm. Some owners report the clasp takes time to get used to for smooth operation.

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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