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Formex Reef 42 mmvsSpinnaker Wreck Automatic

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
Wreck Automatic
SpinnakerWreck Automatic
MSRP $189

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
Wreck Automatic44mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
Wreck Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
Wreck Automatic200m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
Wreck Automatic$189

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
11.4mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
50mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$189

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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.

Spinnaker Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

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