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Farer MOONPHASEvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

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MOONPHASE
FarerMOONPHASE
MSRP $1,795
Prospex SPEEDTIMER
SeikoProspex SPEEDTIMER
MSRP $725
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.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's gorgeous, unique red dial and vintage-inspired design, finding it a sturdy and reliable everyday watch. Some owners, however, question the value proposition at around $700 for a solar quartz model, citing its 13-15mm thickness and the 24-hour subdial as drawbacks. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +1/+2 seconds per day, while another notes the V192 solar movement offers a six-month power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER a capable and versatile chronograph, with its striking dial and everyday wearability being the most frequently cited strengths.

From video reviewers

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's solar movement provides reliable power without battery replacements and accurate timekeeping, with a claimed accuracy of ±15 seconds per month. A notable trade-off is the watch's slightly thicker profile and somewhat lacking lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on whether the bezel action is smooth and clicky, with one reviewer praising it and the other not mentioning it.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MOONPHASE38.5mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER39mm
Power Reserve
MOONPHASE45h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER40h
Water Resistance
MOONPHASE50m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
MSRP
MOONPHASE$1,795
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$725

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Moonphase
Chronograph
Diameter
38.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.8mm
45.5mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Green
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW288-1
V192
Type
Quartz
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
18
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,795
$725
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