Farer CUSHION CASEvsSeiko Essentials Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Farer CUSHION CASE at true scale

CUSHION CASE

Seiko Essentials Automatic at true scale

Essentials Automatic

Diameter

38.5mm

41.2mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.8mm

lowest

48.5mm

Thickness

10.5mm

lowest

11.8mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

45h

highest

41h

MSRP

$1,045

$315

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW216-1

Seiko 4R35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
41.2mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.8mm
48.5mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW216-1
Seiko 4R35
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
45h
41h
Jewels
24
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,045
$315
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Reviews

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

Farer CUSHION CASE

Owners widely praise the Farer CUSHION CASE for its vibrant gradient dials and distinctive case design featuring "bat-ear" lugs and a polished finish. The manual-wind Sellita SW216-1 movement is noted, though some owners question the choice over an automatic. Opinions are split on specific dial details, with some finding the grey numeral track on the salmon dial or eastern Arabic markings on the green dial unappealing, while others highlight the dimensionality of the red dial and the classy gold tone case. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer CUSHION CASE highly for its unique dial treatments and refined case design at its price point.

Seiko Essentials Automatic

Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Automatic for its exceptional value and reliable performance. The green sunray dial is a particular highlight for many, with one owner appreciating its beauty and the watch's overall design even after a year of ownership. Some find the 41.2mm case wears smaller than expected, making it comfortable for active wear due to its lightweight design. However, opinions on the dial color are split, with one user preferring a black dial over the greenish hue. A potential issue noted is the orange stripe on a stopwatch button, which may expand and detach in heat. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Automatic highly for its value and reliable, attractive design.