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Farer Discovery OlivevsMaen Brooklyn 36

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Discovery Olive
FarerDiscovery Olive
MSRP $925
Brooklyn 36
MaenBrooklyn 36
MSRP $639
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Farer Discovery Olive

Owners widely praise the Farer Discovery Olive for its unusual dial color, crisp indices and hands, and versatile wearability, with one owner noting its fit and finishing punches above its price point. The optional bracelet design is praised, though one owner observes it does not sit flush with the case. Accuracy is reported at +8 seconds per day. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery Olive highly for its surprising quality and distinctive aesthetic at its price.

Maen Brooklyn 36

Owners widely praise the Maen Brooklyn 36 for its attractive sunburst dials, particularly the green and tan combination, and its well-finished Jubilee bracelet that offers an expensive feel. The 36mm case size and 46mm lug-to-lug are noted as fitting smaller wrists well, with one owner finding its 12.6mm thickness surprisingly compact. The triple calendar complication is appreciated at its price point, and some find its construction and finish superior to competitors. However, some owners express concerns about potential quality control issues, with one noting an askew 12 o'clock index. There are also mixed sentiments regarding the brand's newness and the longevity of its Miyota movement compared to established Swiss brands, alongside questions about its price point relative to other options. Overall, owners rate the Maen Brooklyn 36 highly for its attractive design and value, particularly its dial and bracelet finishing.

From video reviewers

The Maen M5.1.1 features a classy dial with a strong Rolex-inspired design. The watch's finishing and quality are on par with previous Maen watches. The Maen M5.1.1 has a relatively high price compared to its competitors, which might be a drawback for some buyers.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery Olive39.5mm
Brooklyn 3636mm
Power Reserve
Discovery Olive68h
Brooklyn 3640h
Water Resistance
Discovery Olive50m
Brooklyn 3650m
MSRP
Discovery Olive$925
Brooklyn 36$639

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Green
M5.1.1

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Miyota 9122
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$639
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