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Formex Reef 42 mmvsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

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Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef 42 mm42mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
Reef 42 mm56h
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
Reef 42 mm300m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
Reef 42 mm$2,414
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Thickness
11.4mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
47.4mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
NE86
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
56h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,414
$1,099

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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.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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