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Vaer 40mm AutomaticvsFarer Discovery II

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Vaer 40mm Automatic

The watch features impressive luminescence and a high-beat Miyota 9015 movement. Reviewers questioned the value at the $659 price point.

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.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
40mm Automatic36mm
Discovery II39.5mm
Power Reserve
40mm Automatic
Discovery II68h
Water Resistance
40mm Automatic100m
Discovery II50m
MSRP
40mm Automatic$659
Discovery II$925

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
36mm
39.5mm
Thickness
8.4mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
45mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Automatic
Purple

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
La Joux-Perret G101
Power Reserve
0h
68h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$659
$925
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