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Formex Reef 42 mmvsFarer ROCHÉ II

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
ROCHÉ II
FarerROCHÉ II
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
ROCHÉ II39mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
ROCHÉ II50h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
ROCHÉ II100m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
ROCHÉ II$1,495

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
World Timer
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
11.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Sellita SW330-1
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
56h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$1,495

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What people say

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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.

Farer ROCHÉ II

The Farer ROCHÉ II is widely praised for its excellent value, thoughtful case finishing with contrasting textures, and its wearable 39mm size. Owners and reviewers highlight the quality of the dial and case, with one owner noting the five-year movement warranty. However, one owner points out the absence of lume on their version's indices, and a reviewer observed a roughness on the micro pique dial's edges in direct light. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Farer ROCHÉ II highly for its exceptional value and well-executed design at its price point.

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