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Farer CUSHION CASEvsRolex Datejust

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CUSHION CASE
FarerCUSHION CASE
MSRP $1,045
Datejust
RolexDatejust
MSRP $7,700
What people say

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Farer CUSHION CASE

The Farer CUSHION CASE is widely praised for its reinterpreted case with dramatic angles and steeper bezel slope, vibrant gradient dials crafted with a unique spinning and layering process, and the visual refinement of the Elaboré-grade Sellita SW210-1 movement with custom engraving. Owners appreciate the case's "bat-ear" lugs, sloping bezel, polished finish, and scalloping between the lugs for strap integration, with specific colorways like pistachio and tea green dials being favorites. Some commenters note the grey numeral track on the salmon dial or eastern Arabic markings on the green dial as detractors, and one user questions the choice of a manual-wind movement over an automatic. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Farer CUSHION CASE highly for its distinctive case design and vibrant, textured dials.

Rolex Datejust

The Rolex Datejust is widely praised for its versatility, robust elegance, and historical significance, serving as a foundational piece of the brand's legacy. Owners and reviewers frequently highlight its spectacular aesthetic variety, with numerous configurations available, and its comfortable wearability, particularly on the Jubilee bracelet. The 31mm case size is noted for its comfortable proportions, and the watch is considered durable for daily wear, suitable for both casual and formal occasions. Some owners appreciate the dynamic dial colors and the tactile experience of winding the automatic movement. However, some sources indicate that polished surfaces can scratch easily, and servicing is costly. The Rolex Datejust is generally not considered a good investment, with models typically depreciating upon purchase.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
CUSHION CASE38.5mm
Datejust31mm
Power Reserve
CUSHION CASE45h
Datejust55h
Water Resistance
CUSHION CASE50m
Datejust100m
MSRP
CUSHION CASE$1,045
Datejust$7,700

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
31mm
Thickness
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.8mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Oystersteel
Finish
Brushed and polished
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Light Green
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW216-1
2236
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
45h
55h
Jewels
24
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,045
$7,700
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