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Farer Discovery IIvsJack Mason Strat-o-timer GMT

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
Strat-o-timer GMT
Jack MasonStrat-o-timer GMT
MSRP $1,149
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.

Jack Mason Strat-o-timer GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Jack Mason Strat-o-timer GMT for its exceptional value and traveler GMT functionality powered by the Miyota 9075 movement. Specific strengths highlighted include impressive fit and finish, screw-in bracelet pins, on-the-fly adjustment, sapphire crystal front and back, a screw-down crown, and a lumed bezel. The 7-link bracelet, with its micro-adjust buckle offering 9 points of adjustment, is frequently cited as a standout feature, with some owners comparing it favorably to much more expensive watches. Some reviewers note "chubby" hour markers and a potentially plastic bezel insert, though others state it is sapphire. The watch is praised for its comfortable 42mm case and vintage aesthetic. Overall, owners rate the Jack Mason Strat-o-timer GMT highly for its outstanding value and well-executed traveler GMT complication.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
Strat-o-timer GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
Strat-o-timer GMT40h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
Strat-o-timer GMT200m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
Strat-o-timer GMT$1,149

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
42mm
Thickness
10.8mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Purple

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$1,149
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