Which is cheaper, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Nodus Sector II Sport?

At MSRP the Nodus Sector II Sport is the cheaper of the two at $525, against $2,414 for the Formex Reef 42 mm — a $1,889 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Nodus Sector II Sport?

The Formex Reef 42 mm wears larger at 42mm versus 38mm for the Nodus Sector II Sport — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Nodus Sector II Sport?

The Formex Reef 42 mm is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Nodus Sector II Sport.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Nodus Sector II Sport?

The Formex Reef 42 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the Nodus Sector II Sport.

What movement does the Formex Reef 42 mm run compared to the Nodus Sector II Sport?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Formex Reef 42 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1 and the Nodus Sector II Sport uses the TMI NH38 (no-date).

Side by side

Formex Reef 42 mmvsNodus Sector II Sport

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

Nodus Sector II Sport

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MSRP $525

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Reef 42 mm42mm

Sector II Sport38mm

Power Reserve

Reef 42 mm56h

Sector II Sport41h

Water Resistance

Reef 42 mm300m

Sector II Sport100m

MSRP

Reef 42 mm$2,414

Sector II Sport$525

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Domed

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Black

Glossy

Lume

Super-LumiNova

Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW300-1

TMI NH38 (no-date)

Power Reserve

56h

41h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,414

$525

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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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Nodus Sector II Sport

Owners widely praise the Nodus Sector II Sport for its comfortable 38mm wearability, unique three-level sector dial with applied indices, and thin case. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting plus 4 seconds per day. Criticisms include a bulky clasp with sharp edges, a strong blue AR coating, and the non-reversible bronze bezel patina. The use of an NH38 movement in a watch priced over $500 is also noted. Overall, owners rate the Nodus Sector II Sport highly for its comfortable wearability and unique dial design.

From video reviewers

The crisp, clean dial and robust build quality are consistently praised. The lume on-wrist and water resistance are noted as strengths. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition of the Atlantis Edition due to its scarcity.

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