Which is cheaper, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Traska Venturer GMT?

At MSRP the Traska Venturer GMT is the cheaper of the two at $785, against $2,414 for the Formex Reef 42 mm — a $1,629 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Traska Venturer GMT?

The Formex Reef 42 mm wears larger at 42mm versus 40mm for the Traska Venturer GMT — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Traska Venturer GMT?

The Formex Reef 42 mm is rated to 300m versus 150m for the Traska Venturer GMT.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Traska Venturer GMT?

The Formex Reef 42 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 42 hours on the Traska Venturer GMT.

What movement does the Formex Reef 42 mm run compared to the Traska Venturer GMT?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Formex Reef 42 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1 and the Traska Venturer GMT uses the 9075.

Side by side

Formex Reef 42 mmvsTraska Venturer GMT

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

Traska Venturer GMT

VNT-GMT-BLK-V6

MSRP $785

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Reef 42 mm42mm

Venturer GMT40mm

Power Reserve

Reef 42 mm56h

Venturer GMT42h

Water Resistance

Reef 42 mm300m

Venturer GMT150m

MSRP

Reef 42 mm$2,414

Venturer GMT$785

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Underside

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW300-1

9075

Power Reserve

56h

42h

Jewels

Complications

None

GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,414

$785

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Owners widely praise the Traska Venturer GMT for its slim, wearable 38.5mm case and comfortable Oyster-style bracelet featuring an excellent micro-adjustment system. Reviewers highlight its outstanding build quality for the price, crisp glossy white lacquered dial, and reliable flyer GMT functionality powered by the Miyota 9075 movement. One owner finds the Traska Venturer GMT a versatile watch suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Venturer GMT highly for its exceptional value and wearability.

From video reviewers

The Traska Venturer GMT has a notable movement with the Sellita SW330-1 caliber, praised for its accuracy and reliability. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's most notable feature, with one highlighting the independently adjustable hour hand for quickly adapting to a new timezone, and the other praising the movement's accuracy and reliability.

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