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Farer Discovery IIvsGrand Seiko SLGB001

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

The bottom line

The 37mm SLGB001 wears 2.5mm narrower than the 39.5mm Discovery II — noticeable on a 6.5" wrist.

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 SLGB001

The Grand Seiko SLGB001 is a limited edition platinum watch in the Evolution 9 collection, featuring a 37mm case and the new Calibre 9RB2 Spring Drive U.F.A. movement, rated to ±20 seconds per year. It has an "Ice Forest" dial with a deep blue hue and a silver seconds hand, but notably lacks lume. A criticism is the absence of a micro-adjustment clasp on its leather strap. Overall, reviewers highlight the watch's advanced movement and distinctive dial as key features.

Where to get them

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Farer Discovery II
Farer Discovery II
MSRP $925
Grand Seiko SLGB001
Grand Seiko SLGB001
MSRP $39,000
Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
SLGB001
Grand SeikoSLGB001
MSRP $39,000

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
SLGB00137mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
SLGB00172h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
SLGB001100m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
SLGB001$39,000

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
44.3mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Purple
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
9RB2
Type
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
68h
72h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$39,000

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