Farer Three Hand Series IIIvsStraum Frozen Metal Titanium

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Measurements
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Three Hand Series III

Frozen Metal Titanium
Diameter
39mm
38.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Thickness
11.8mm
11.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
68h
68h
MSRP
$1,095
lowest
$2,950
Movement
La Joux-Perret G101
La Joux-Perret G101
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely report the Farer THREE HAND SERIES III features attractive textured dials, a La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement with a 68-hour power reserve, and 100m water resistance with a screw-down crown. Some owners find the designs too generic compared to previous releases, though salmon and red dials are noted as appealing. One reviewer found the minute hashes difficult to read in certain lights. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Farer THREE HAND SERIES III well for its textured dials and robust movement at the price.
The Straum Frozen Metal Titanium is widely praised for its unique, artful frosted dial and comfortable, lightweight grade 5 titanium case with a soft satin finish and polished bevels. Owners and reviewers highlight the attractive integrated bracelet and the well-balanced design suitable for daily wear. Some reviewers note that the micro-adjustment system on the bracelet's clasp creates visible gaps, and a few find the blue accents on the hands and indexes slightly too prominent or the overall aesthetic less versatile. The La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement is also mentioned positively. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Straum Frozen Metal Titanium highly for its distinctive dial and comfortable titanium build at its price point.
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