Which is cheaper, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010?

At MSRP the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 is the cheaper of the two at $1,050, against $2,414 for the Formex Reef 42 mm — a $1,364 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010?

The Formex Reef 42 mm wears larger at 42mm versus 35mm for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 — a 7mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010?

The Formex Reef 42 mm is rated to 300m versus 50m for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010?

The Formex Reef 42 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010.

What movement does the Formex Reef 42 mm run compared to the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Formex Reef 42 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1 and the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 uses the Miyota 9122.

Side by side

Formex Reef 42 mmvsKUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010

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

Formex Reef 42 mm

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MSRP $2,414

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010

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MSRP $1,050

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Reef 42 mm42mm

ROYAL SMITH 90-01035mm

Power Reserve

Reef 42 mm56h

ROYAL SMITH 90-01040h

Water Resistance

Reef 42 mm300m

ROYAL SMITH 90-01050m

MSRP

Reef 42 mm$2,414

ROYAL SMITH 90-010$1,050

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Black

Ivory

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW300-1

Miyota 9122

Power Reserve

56h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,414

$1,050

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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.

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KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010

Owners praise the KUOE ROYAL SMITH's elegant 37mm size, symmetrical bicompax layout, and crisp chronograph pushers with a swift reset. The salmon dial is described as copper-toned with highly polished, legible Breguet numerals. Some owners find the 13mm thickness and 43mm lug-to-lug wearable, while others note the 14.3mm thickness detracts from wearability. The TMI NE86A movement has a claimed 45-hour power reserve and accuracy ranging from +25/-15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH for its retro charm and enjoyable chronograph operation, despite some reservations about its thickness.

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