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Farer Discovery OlivevsRolex 1908

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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.

Rolex 1908

Owners widely praise the Rolex 1908 for its slim 39mm case, elegant design, and display caseback showcasing the automatic caliber 7140. Reviewers note its half-domed, half-fluted bezel and 50m water resistance. However, a significant number of owners and reviewers question the Rolex 1908's value proposition, citing its high price point and comparing it unfavorably to competitors, with some suggesting it is overpriced. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Rolex 1908 a visually appealing dress watch but are divided on its value relative to its cost.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery Olive39.5mm
190839mm
Power Reserve
Discovery Olive68h
190867h
Water Resistance
Discovery Olive50m
190850m
MSRP
Discovery Olive$925
1908$28,850

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
18kt Yellow Gold
Finish
18 kt yellow gold

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dial Color
Green
Black
Indices
Index

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
7140
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
68h
67h
Jewels
24
38
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Small Seconds

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$28,850
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