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Farer Discovery IIvsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46.2mm
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
9F82
Type
Quartz
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$3,100

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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 SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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