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Farer Discovery IIvsHenry Archer Vesterhav 38

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
Vesterhav 38
Henry ArcherVesterhav 38
MSRP $4,599

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
Vesterhav 3838mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
Vesterhav 3840h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
Vesterhav 38200m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
Vesterhav 38$4,599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
10.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Purple
Blue

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Miyota 9019
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$4,599

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What people say

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Farer Discovery II

The Farer Discovery II is widely praised for its comfortable 39.5mm wearability, suiting all wrist sizes and occasions, and its bold plum sunburst dial, which exhibits varied color interpretations. Owners also highlight the excellent case and bracelet design, with one noting it is a "dream to wear." The La Joux Perret G101 automatic movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery II highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price.

Henry Archer Vesterhav 38

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Vesterhav 38 for its superb finishing, striking mother-of-pearl and other dials, and thin profile, with some calling it the best Henry Archer model and exceptional value under $500. The bracelet quality is noted as outstanding for a microbrand, and dimensions are considered perfect for smaller wrists. One owner notes it is an "Asian branded watch" with implied low resale value. Overall, owners rate the Henry Archer Vesterhav 38 highly for its striking dials and superb finishing at its price point.

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