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Farer GMTvsSeiko Essentials Solar

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

GMT
FarerGMT
MSRP $1,375
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Farer GMT

The Farer GMT Automatic is praised for its vibrant, legible sunburst dial and well-proportioned 39.5mm x 10mm case. Reviewers note the ETA 2893-2 movement as a good choice with hacking seconds and a 42-hour power reserve. The bronze crown, intended to develop a patina, is flagged as a potentially unpopular design element that some feel looks unfinished or out of place. Prices range from $1,425 to $2,150 AUD. Overall, reviewers find the Farer GMT Automatic offers good value for a GMT watch in its price segment, with the dial and case proportions being key strengths.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GMT39.5mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
GMT56h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
GMT100m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
GMT$1,375
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
30.5mm
Thickness
12mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
V115
Type
Quartz
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$375
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