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Farer 35MM CUSHION CASEvsDryden Heartlander Automatic

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What people say

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Farer 35MM CUSHION CASE

Owners widely praise the Farer 35MM CUSHION CASE for its compact wearability, with a 10mm thickness and 38mm lug-to-lug measurement, and its attractive, art deco-inspired dials featuring vibrant color gradients. Reviewers highlight the reinterpreted case angles, steeper bezel slope, and the visually appealing hand-wound Sellita SW210-1 movement with custom finishing. Some owners find the 35mm size wears smaller than expected, while others note cushion cases can wear larger than their stated diameter, and there is a split opinion on whether the 35mm size is ideal for all wrists. The watch is powered by a Sellita SW210-1 movement with a 45-hour power reserve and is water resistant to 50 meters, priced around $1165/€1,195/£1,045. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Farer 35MM CUSHION CASE highly for its distinctive design and perceived value.

From video reviewers

The dial's texture and color shift are noted strengths. The bracelet quality is a cited weakness.

Dryden Heartlander Automatic

The Dryden Heartlander Automatic is widely praised for its versatility, comfortable 38mm case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest, and excellent dial variety. Reviewers highlight its value at $500, noting good finishing, a domed sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The tapering bracelet with solid links is also considered comfortable. One owner notes the crown may protrude slightly and irritate some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Heartlander Automatic highly for its combination of wearability, features, and value.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
35MM CUSHION CASE35mm
Heartlander Automatic38mm
Power Reserve
35MM CUSHION CASE45h
Heartlander Automatic
Water Resistance
35MM CUSHION CASE50m
Heartlander Automatic101m
MSRP
35MM CUSHION CASE$1,045
Heartlander Automatic$600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
35mm
38mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
101m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Goldfinch

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Miyota 9039
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
45h
0h
Jewels
18
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,045
$600
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