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Formex Reef 39.5 mmvsCincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field Black Automatic

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Reef 39.5 mm
FormexReef 39.5 mm
MSRP $2,230
The Cincinnatus Field Black Automatic
Cincinnati Watch CompanyThe Cincinnatus Field Black Automatic
MSRP $895

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 39.5 mm39.5mm
The Cincinnatus Field Black Automatic38mm
Power Reserve
Reef 39.5 mm56h
The Cincinnatus Field Black Automatic65h
Water Resistance
Reef 39.5 mm300m
The Cincinnatus Field Black Automatic100m
MSRP
Reef 39.5 mm$2,230
The Cincinnatus Field Black Automatic$895

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
10.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
46.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Screw Down with Sapphire Display

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Bahama Blue
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
X1 C3

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Sellita SW200-2
Power Reserve
56h
65h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,230
$895

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Formex Reef 39.5 mm

The Formex Reef 39.5 mm is widely praised for its refined finishing, comfortable and well-proportioned case design, and impressive specifications for its price point, including COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement and 300m water resistance. Owners and reviewers highlight the tool-less micro-adjust clasp and quick-release spring bars as practical features. Some reviewers note that the 22mm lug width feels slightly disproportionate to the smaller case, and the bracelet could benefit from more taper, though this is a point of contention for some owners who value the overall package. A prototype crown protrusion issue is noted as being addressed for production. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 39.5 mm highly for its excellent value and well-executed design.

Cincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field Black Automatic

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field Black Automatic as a stunning and well-made watch for the money, highlighting its textured dial, applied gilt numerals, and handset. The 38mm size is considered a comfortable fit, even on larger wrists, and the micro-adjust bracelet is a notable feature. Owners also appreciate the satisfying winding action of the Sellita SW200-2 Power+ movement and the alternating polishing and brushing on the bezel. Some owners, however, dislike the dial design or prefer a glossy black dial over the textured one, and one owner noted the watch comes on a NATO strap only. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field Black Automatic highly for its value, build quality, and appealing design details at its price point.

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