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Farer Discovery IIvsVenezianico Nereide Aureo 39

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
Nereide Aureo 39
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 39
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
Nereide Aureo 3939mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
Nereide Aureo 3940h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
Nereide Aureo 39200m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
Nereide Aureo 39$1,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
45.5mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Purple
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Miyota 9039
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$1,000

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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.

Venezianico Nereide Aureo 39

The Venezianico Nereide is praised for its handsome design and good value, featuring a tungsten bezel insert and a sparkling aventurine dial. Owners note the optical glass bezel offers less glare than ceramic. The stock rubber strap is described as stiff, and the Canova bracelet lacks a half-link for fine adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide offers good case finishing for its price point, making it a compelling entry-level mechanical diver-style watch.

From video reviewers

The 24k gold dial is a standout feature. The lume brightness is a potential drawback. Reviewers disagree on whether the unique design and features justify the price point.

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