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Farer THREE HAND SERIES IIIvsRolex Datejust

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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.

Rolex Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Datejust for its versatility, robust elegance, and timeless design, with many appreciating its ability to transition seamlessly from casual to formal settings. Reviewers highlight its historical significance as a pioneer of the automatically changing date window and its innovative Oyster waterproof case. Some owners find the Jubilee bracelet exceptionally comfortable, and the aesthetic variety of configurations, particularly two-tone variants with champagne or black dials, is frequently admired. The 36mm size is often favored for its classic proportions and comfortable wearability. Some owners note that the polished surfaces and smooth bezel can be scratch magnets, and servicing is described as costly. While highly desirable, certain configurations like the fluted bezel with mint or blue dials on a Jubilee bracelet are difficult to obtain from authorized dealers, with wait times reported up to six months.

From video reviewers

The Datejust's fluted bezel and Jubilee bracelet combination deliver refined aesthetic appeal across multiple configurations, from mint to pink dials. Its 31mm case size achieves surprising wearability for a watch with such deep historical roots, feeling contemporary despite decades of heritage design.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
THREE HAND SERIES III39mm
Datejust31mm
Power Reserve
THREE HAND SERIES III68h
Datejust55h
Water Resistance
THREE HAND SERIES III100m
Datejust100m
MSRP
THREE HAND SERIES III$1,095
Datejust$9,350

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39mm
31mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Material
316L stainless steel
White Rolesor
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dial Color
Red
Light Green
Indices
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
2236
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
68h
55h
Jewels
24
31
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$9,350
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