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Formex Reef 39.5 mmvsYema Superman Steel CMM.10

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Reef 39.5 mm
FormexReef 39.5 mm
MSRP $2,230
Superman Steel CMM.10
YemaSuperman Steel CMM.10
MSRP $1,890

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 39.5 mm39.5mm
Superman Steel CMM.1039mm
Power Reserve
Reef 39.5 mm56h
Superman Steel CMM.1040h
Water Resistance
Reef 39.5 mm300m
Superman Steel CMM.10300m
MSRP
Reef 39.5 mm$2,230
Superman Steel CMM.10$1,890

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Bahama Blue
Steel
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Yema CMM.10
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,230
$1,890

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What people say

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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.

Yema Superman Steel CMM.10

Owners widely praise the Yema Superman Steel CMM.10 for its refined casework, including polished lug bevels and an elegant crown guard, and its comfortable 39mm x 10.5mm dimensions. The glossy black lacquer dial and bezel insert are noted for adding depth, and the in-house CMM.10 movement is reported to be accurate, with one owner observing a loss of only 2 seconds over 2 days. The scales bracelet is described as gorgeous and nearly invisible on the wrist, though some find its polished center links too flashy. One reviewer flagged the signature bezel lock mechanism as flimsy and inconvenient. The CMM.10 automatic movement offers a 70-hour power reserve and is regulated to within +5/-3 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Yema Superman Steel CMM.10 highly for its refined finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Yema Steel features an in-house movement with a micro-rotor, one of the most beautiful at this price point. The watch's clasp feels a bit thin, which is a notable drawback. Reviewers disagree on the movement's power reserve, with one reviewer noting a 42-hour reserve and the other not mentioning power reserve at all.

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