{"id":372647,"date":"2026-04-03T08:16:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T08:16:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/372647\/"},"modified":"2026-04-03T08:16:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T08:16:11","slug":"formex-reef-39-5-forged-carbon-a-new-look-for-the-compact-diver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/372647\/","title":{"rendered":"Formex Reef 39.5 Forged Carbon, a new Look for the Compact Diver"},"content":{"rendered":"

Founded in Biel\/Bienne and revitalised in 2016 under the leadership of Rapha\u00ebl Granito, Formex<\/a> is appreciated for its engineering-driven watchmaking, ergonomic case design and modularity<\/a>. Known at first for its motorsport roots and patented case suspension systems, the brand has gradually defined its identity with the Essence<\/a> and Reef<\/a> collections, offering well-executed watches with interesting technical solutions at accessible pricing. The Reef collection, presented in 2020<\/a>, comprises distinctive, robust 300m dive watches with interchangeable bezels and straps, all powered by COSC-certified movements. The more compact, 39.5mm Baby Reef series (2023)<\/a> is now one of the brand\u2019s most compelling everyday divers.<\/p>\n

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The new Reef 39.5 Forged Carbon builds on this foundation but introduces a different aesthetic. While carbon is often used for weight reduction or performance claims, Formex focuses on its visual and tactile qualities. The dial and bezel are executed in forged carbon, a material created by compressing short fibres under heat and pressure. Integrating this material required adaptation. The vertically brushed dial sits on a treated base; the signature bevelled date window at 6 o\u2019clock is preserved with precise layering. On the fully functional, 120-click dive bezel, numerals are engraved using a femtosecond laser and filled by hand with lume.<\/p>\n

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Beyond aesthetics, the tech specs remain unchanged. The applied indices and hands with Super-LumiNova ensure visibility. The 39.5mm case<\/a> (11mm thick, 45.5mm lug-to-lug) is compact and balanced, with a stainless steel exterior and titanium container. A guard protects the screw-down crown, a sapphire crystal with AR coating, and the caseback is solid. Water resistance is rated at 300m.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Power comes from the COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1, an alternative to the ETA 2892<\/a>, beating at 28,800 vibrations\/hour and delivering a 56-hour power reserve.<\/p>\n

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Versatility continues to define the series. The interchangeable bezel system allows the forged carbon insert to be swapped for ceramic or steel alternatives, while quick-release straps, steel, rubber, leather or nylon, paired with Formex\u2019s fine-adjustment clasps, offer adaptability in everyday use. The Reef 39.5 Forged Carbon is priced from EUR 1,960 on a strap and EUR 2,070 on a bracelet, with an initial batch limited to 100 pieces. For more information or to configure your watch, visit formexwatch.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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