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HELM MiyakovsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Miyako
HELMMiyako
MSRP $375
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Miyako40mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Miyako42h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Miyako200m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Miyako$375
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
13.75mm
11.4mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Gray
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
42h
56h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$2,414

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What people say

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HELM Miyako

HELM Miyako owners widely praise its exceptional value and quality, with multiple reports highlighting its stunning appearance and dial details. The watch is noted for its excellent accuracy, with figures around +1.5 to +2 seconds per day. One owner found the HELM Miyako to be tough and versatile, fitting well on a 6.6-inch wrist. Overall, owners consider the HELM Miyako an amazing value and a great watch, worth the wait for its availability.

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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