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Formex Reef 39.5 mmvsZelos Great White 43

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Reef 39.5 mm
FormexReef 39.5 mm
MSRP $2,230
Great White 43
ZelosGreat White 43
MSRP $599

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 39.5 mm39.5mm
Great White 4343mm
Power Reserve
Reef 39.5 mm56h
Great White 4340h
Water Resistance
Reef 39.5 mm300m
Great White 43300m
MSRP
Reef 39.5 mm$2,230
Great White 43$599

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
43mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium (DLC coated)

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Bahama Blue
Blue
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,230
$599

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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.

Zelos Great White 43

Owners widely praise the Zelos Great White 43's "unbelievable" and "amazing" lume, particularly on the carbon and Frost variants. The Miyota 9015 movement and 300m water resistance are noted features. Some owners find the 43mm size large, while others report it wears well. Opinions are divided on colorways, with some disappointed by the absence of a "Nebula" option and others finding the "Arctic" version striking. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Great White 43 highly for its exceptional lume and robust specifications at the price point.

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