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Farer Discovery IIvsGrand Seiko SBGH347

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
SBGH347
Grand SeikoSBGH347
MSRP $7,300

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
SBGH34737mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
SBGH34755h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
SBGH347100m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
SBGH347$7,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
44.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Purple
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
9S85
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
68h
55h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$7,300

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What people say

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Farer Discovery II

The Farer Discovery II is widely praised for its comfortable 39.5mm wearability, suiting all wrist sizes and occasions, and its bold plum sunburst dial, which exhibits varied color interpretations. Owners also highlight the excellent case and bracelet design, with one noting it is a "dream to wear." The La Joux Perret G101 automatic movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery II highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price.

Grand Seiko SBGH347

The Grand Seiko SBGH347 is lauded for its refined 37mm Ever-Brilliant Steel case, impressive Zaratsu polishing, and classy ice-blue dial inspired by frozen waterfalls. Its Hi-Beat 9S85 movement is a significant draw, and the framed date window is preferred over a cyclops. Reviewers note the bracelet lacks micro-adjustment or a quick-change system, and some wished the 13.3mm thickness was slightly thinner on the compact case. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGH347 for its elevated finish and value, with the Hi-Beat movement being a significant draw.

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