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Farer THREE HAND SERIES IIIvsSeiko Coutura

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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 Coutura

Owners widely praise the Seiko Coutura for its wear-resistant metal treatments, with one reporting minimal scratching after six years. The solar perpetual calendar and radio-controlled accuracy are noted as appealing features, alongside its attractive aesthetic and quality for the price. However, some find the design too busy, gaudy, or not suitable for daily wear, with mixed opinions on the proprietary bracelet. One owner flagged the solar power reserve as problematic, requiring constant light exposure. Overall, owners appreciate the Seiko Coutura for its functional solar and radio-controlled movement and durable build, despite some polarizing design elements.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
THREE HAND SERIES III39mm
Coutura42mm
Power Reserve
THREE HAND SERIES III68h
Coutura
Water Resistance
THREE HAND SERIES III100m
Coutura100m
MSRP
THREE HAND SERIES III$1,095
Coutura$550

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
50.2mm
Material
316L stainless steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Red
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
8T63
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
68h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$550
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