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Farer MOONPHASEvsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

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MOONPHASE
FarerMOONPHASE
MSRP $1,795
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MOONPHASE38.5mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
Power Reserve
MOONPHASE45h
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
Water Resistance
MOONPHASE50m
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
MSRP
MOONPHASE$1,795
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Moonphase
Pilot
Diameter
38.5mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
60m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW288-1
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
18
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,795
$1,300

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What people say

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Farer MOONPHASE

Owners widely praise the Farer MOONPHASE for its unique design, hand-painted moon elements, and satisfying construction, with many highlighting the X1 Super-LumiNova indices and numerals for excellent nighttime legibility. The watch features a 38.5mm cushion case with a distinctive "grain twist" finish and is powered by a Sellita SW288-1 Ma Elaboré Grade movement. Some owners find the moonphase complication easy to set and appreciate the brand's customer service. However, opinions are divided on the price, with some finding it a bit high, and the lume on the hands and hour markers receives mixed feedback, with one owner describing it as "absolute trash" and another as "almost non-existent" while others note its legibility. The thickness of the included leather straps is also mentioned as a trade-off. Overall, owners rate the Farer MOONPHASE highly for its unique character and hand-crafted details at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Farer MOONPHASE has amazing lume and a reliable movement. The case finishing is not perfect, with a polishing flaw. Reviewers disagree on the watch's design, with one highlighting the unique moonphase complication and range of designs, while the other does not mention any specific design-related issues.

Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto is praised for its high-accuracy quartz movement, with owners noting its comfort and reliable performance. Reviewers highlight its functional tool-watch appeal, featuring a sandblasted steel case, tritium tubes for constant low-light visibility, and 100-meter water resistance. One owner finds the 41mm case runs a bit small. The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto utilizes an ETA F06.412 quartz movement with a claimed accuracy of +/- 10 seconds per year and includes a GMT bidirectional bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto highly for its comfortable wear and dependable, high-accuracy quartz movement.

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