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Farer MOONPHASEvsSeestern S446 GMT

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MOONPHASE
FarerMOONPHASE
MSRP $1,795
S446 GMT
SeesternS446 GMT
MSRP $299
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Seestern S446 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S446 GMT for its stunning finishing and extreme value, with a sapphire crystal and adjustable clasp. The winding action is noted as buttery smooth, and the 39.5mm case size is considered very wearable. Some owners, however, flag the lume as a weak point and one owner found the bracelet clasp lacked sufficient micro-adjustment. The Seestern S446 GMT is considered an extreme value for the dollar. Overall, owners rate the Seestern S446 GMT highly for its exceptional finishing and value proposition at its price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MOONPHASE38.5mm
S446 GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
MOONPHASE45h
S446 GMT41hh
Water Resistance
MOONPHASE50m
S446 GMT100m
MSRP
MOONPHASE$1,795
S446 GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Moonphase
GMT
Diameter
38.5mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.8mm
47mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
Dial Color
Green
Cream

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW288-1
Seiko NH34A GMT
Type
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
45h
41hh
Jewels
18
24
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,795
$299
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