Which is cheaper, the Orient Stretto Date or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

At MSRP the Orient Stretto Date is the cheaper of the two at $360, against $2,414 for the Formex Reef 42 mm — a $2,054 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Orient Stretto Date or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 mm wears larger at 42mm versus 38.5mm for the Orient Stretto Date — a 3.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Orient Stretto Date or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 mm is rated to 300m versus 50m for the Orient Stretto Date.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Orient Stretto Date or the Formex Reef 42 mm?

The Formex Reef 42 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Orient Stretto Date.

What movement does the Orient Stretto Date run compared to the Formex Reef 42 mm?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Orient Stretto Date uses the F6722 and the Formex Reef 42 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1.

Side by side

Orient Stretto DatevsFormex Reef 42 mm

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Orient Stretto Date

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MSRP $360

Formex Reef 42 mm

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MSRP $2,414

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Stretto Date38.5mm

Reef 42 mm42mm

Power Reserve

Stretto Date40h

Reef 42 mm56h

Water Resistance

Stretto Date50m

Reef 42 mm300m

MSRP

Stretto Date$360

Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Dial Color

White

Black

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

F6722

Sellita SW300-1

Beat Rate

21,600 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

40h

56h

Jewels

Complications

Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$360

$2,414

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Orient Stretto Date

Owners widely praise the Orient Stretto Date for its sharp, clean, and beautiful appearance, with its thin and ergonomic design frequently highlighted as a key strength for comfortable everyday wear. It is considered a solid, versatile, and affordable option, with one owner specifically noting its simple, light, and inexpensive nature around $160. However, some community members find its design derivative and lacking uniqueness. Overall, owners rate the Orient Stretto Date highly for its attractive aesthetics and comfortable, affordable wearability.

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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.

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