Which is cheaper, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Galo Super200 Dark Edition?

At MSRP the Galo Super200 Dark Edition is the cheaper of the two at $488, against $2,414 for the Formex Reef 42 mm — a $1,926 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Galo Super200 Dark Edition?

The Formex Reef 42 mm wears larger at 42mm versus 39mm for the Galo Super200 Dark Edition — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Galo Super200 Dark Edition?

The Formex Reef 42 mm is rated to 300m versus 200m for the Galo Super200 Dark Edition.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Galo Super200 Dark Edition?

The Formex Reef 42 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 42 hours on the Galo Super200 Dark Edition.

What movement does the Formex Reef 42 mm run compared to the Galo Super200 Dark Edition?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Formex Reef 42 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1 and the Galo Super200 Dark Edition uses the Miyota 9039.

Side by side

Formex Reef 42 mmvsGalo Super200 Dark Edition

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

Galo Super200 Dark Edition

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MSRP $488

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Reef 42 mm42mm

Super200 Dark Edition39mm

Power Reserve

Reef 42 mm56h

Super200 Dark Edition42h

Water Resistance

Reef 42 mm300m

Super200 Dark Edition200m

MSRP

Reef 42 mm$2,414

Super200 Dark Edition$488

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Diameter

42mm

39mm

Thickness

11.4mm

11.5mm

Lug Width

22mm

20mm

Finish

Brushed and polished

Oil pressed, circular brushed (black)

Water Resistance

300m

200m

Caseback

Solid

—

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Domed

AR Coating

Inner

Underside

Texture

—

Oil pressed

Indices

Applied

—

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW300-1

Miyota 9039

Power Reserve

56h

42h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,414

$488

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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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Galo Super200 Dark Edition

Owners widely praise the Galo Super200 Dark Edition for its design and value, with one owner noting the Miyota 9039 movement and lume on the crown. Some community members observe its resemblance to other dive watches, and one owner finds the "3" marker disrupts the dial layout, though an alternative dial is available. Overall, owners rate the Galo Super200 Dark Edition highly for its perceived value and distinct design elements.

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