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Farer THREE HAND SERIES IIIvsBoldr Expedition Enigmath

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What people say

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Farer THREE HAND SERIES III

Owners widely praise the Farer THREE HAND SERIES III for its attractive dial colors, particularly the salmon and red variants, and its well-proportioned 36mm case. The watch features a textured dial, screw-down crown, and 100m water resistance, powered by a La Joux-Perret G101 movement offering a 68-hour power reserve. Some owners find the designs generic compared to previous releases. Reviewers note the minute hashes can be difficult to read in certain lights, and the included strap is considered too thick and stiff. Overall, owners rate the Farer THREE HAND SERIES III highly for its vibrant dials and well-proportioned case.

Boldr Expedition Enigmath

Boldr is widely praised for its attractive fumé dials, blend of sandblasted and polished case finishes, and excellent legibility. Owners report good build quality and value, with some calling it an excellent GADA or hiking watch, and the Miyota 9039 movement is noted for its smooth seconds hand sweep. However, the practical usefulness of the slide rule bezel is questioned, and some find the designs "microbrand-y" or potentially overpriced, with one owner reporting a negative warranty experience. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr highly for its attractive dials and solid build quality at the price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's slide rule function is a convenient feature, allowing for calculations on the go. One potential drawback is the use of the Japanese Miyota 9039 movement, which may be a trade-off for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on whether the quick 'on the fly' adjust bracelet is a more significant advantage than the watch's sapphire crystal for durability and scratch resistance.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
THREE HAND SERIES III39mm
Expedition Enigmath41mm
Power Reserve
THREE HAND SERIES III68h
Expedition Enigmath42h
Water Resistance
THREE HAND SERIES III100m
Expedition Enigmath200m
MSRP
THREE HAND SERIES III$1,095
Expedition Enigmath$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Tool
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
47.5mm
Material
316L stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Red
Enigmath Coconino
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
68h
42h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$599
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