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Farer THREE HAND SERIES IIIvsBaltic MR Classic

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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.

Baltic MR Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic MR Classic's attractive dial with applied Breguet numerals and granular texture, noting it looks far more expensive than its price. Reviewers highlight the refined, dressy aesthetic and the visually appealing micro-rotor movement. Some owners report precise time-setting and a smooth winding action. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner seeing +1 second per day and another averaging +10 seconds per day. Concerns exist regarding the gold PVD finish's durability, with reports of wear from strap friction. The 36mm case is described as small, and some find the bezel chunky and the watch's overall height significant. The Chinese Hangzhou micro-rotor movement is noted as potentially noisy and difficult for local repair, though Baltic's customer service and warranty are praised. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic MR Classic highly for its dressy aesthetic and dial finishing at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
THREE HAND SERIES III39mm
MR Classic36mm
Power Reserve
THREE HAND SERIES III68h
MR Classic42h
Water Resistance
THREE HAND SERIES III100m
MR Classic30m
MSRP
THREE HAND SERIES III$1,095
MR Classic$589

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
11.8mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
44mm
Material
316L stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hesalite
Dial Color
Red
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Hangzhou 5000A
Power Reserve
68h
42h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$589
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