Farer Three Hand Series IIIvsStraum Jan Mayen
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Measurements
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Three Hand Series III

Jan Mayen
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
$2,250
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.
Owners widely praise the Straum Jan Mayen for its attractive, balanced design and impressive bracelet quality, noting its wearability and how well it "pops" in the sun. Reviewers highlight the gorgeous, textured dials inspired by Arctic landscapes and the Scandinavian design restraint, with a clean, legible layout. The watch is considered well-built, offering strong value and punching above its weight class. One owner finds the 12 o'clock marker uninspired and wishes for more purple on the gradient dial, while another notes the minute hand could extend further and the lack of on-the-fly bracelet adjustment. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Straum Jan Mayen highly for its design and value proposition.
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