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Farer Discovery IIvsSeiko Essentials Daywear

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
Essentials Daywear
SeikoEssentials Daywear
MSRP $325

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
Essentials Daywear39.5mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
Essentials Daywear40h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
Essentials Daywear100m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
Essentials Daywear$325

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
12mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46.7mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Purple
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
6N76
Type
Quartz
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$325

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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.

Seiko Essentials Daywear

Seiko Essentials Daywear is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight design, featuring a thin 8.4mm case and 100m water resistance. Owners appreciate the convenience of its quartz movement and sapphire crystal. One owner notes the titanium bracelet has larger gaps due to its smaller center link. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Daywear highly for its comfortable wearability and strong value proposition.

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