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Farer THREE HAND SERIES IIIvsSeiko King Seiko KSK

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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.

Seiko King Seiko KSK

The King Seiko KSK is widely praised for its refined finishing, with owners and reviewers noting its sharp case, faceted lugs, and well-executed dial indices, often comparing its polishing favorably to Grand Seiko. Enthusiasts appreciate its slim, retro design, with some stating it wears smaller than its official size due to the cushion case and close-to-the-wrist feel. The use of the slimline Calibre 6L35 movement is seen as an upgrade, maintaining the watch's slender profile, though some owners express concern over the price point and the perceived value of the movement. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +5 to +7 seconds per day, while another notes +15/-10 seconds per day. Some owners have noted minor quality control issues such as misaligned screws or a burr on a hand. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the King Seiko KSK highly for its exceptional case and dial finishing at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
THREE HAND SERIES III39mm
King Seiko KSK36.1mm
Power Reserve
THREE HAND SERIES III68h
King Seiko KSK72h
Water Resistance
THREE HAND SERIES III100m
King Seiko KSK100m
MSRP
THREE HAND SERIES III$1,095
King Seiko KSK$1,900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
36.1mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L stainless steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Red
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
6R51
Power Reserve
68h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$1,900
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