Farer ARCHIVE X SHOWROOM WATCHESvsSartory Billard SB04
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Measurements
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ARCHIVE X SHOWROOM WATCHES

SB04
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
lowest
45.5mm
Thickness
10.8mm
lowest
11.5mm
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
68h
n/a
MSRP
$650
lowest
$3,376
Movement
La Joux-Perret G101
La Joux-Perret G100
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise Farer ARCHIVE X SHOWROOM WATCHES for its coherent, colorful, and funky designs, with many highlighting the vibrant dial colors, 3D dial texture, and quality leather straps. The 39.5mm case size and short lug-to-lug length contribute to good wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement is considered an advantage over some competitors. Some owners find the rotor noisy and the winding action loose, and one reported a watch magnetized and running fast before demagnetization, which resolved to -2 seconds per day. On balance, owners rate Farer ARCHIVE X SHOWROOM WATCHES highly for its thoughtful designs and value at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Sartory Billard SB04 for its stunning, custom dials with remarkable texture and light play, with many calling it a masterpiece. The watch is noted for its modern wearing experience and comfortable, light feel, particularly when constructed from titanium. Some owners find the steel casebacks slightly sharp due to deep laser cutting, and one owner notes the hands can be difficult to see depending on the viewing angle. The Sartory Billard SB04 is powered by the La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement. Overall, owners rate the Sartory Billard SB04 highly for its exceptional dial artistry and perceived value.
The dial's textured finish and color shift are highlighted as a key strength. The bracelet's perceived lack of refinement and end-link fit are noted as a drawback. Reviewers disagree on the case size, with mentions of 35.9mm and 40mm.
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