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Farer Discovery IIvsOrion Watches Sylph: Graphite

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
Sylph: Graphite
Orion WatchesSylph: Graphite
MSRP $725
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.

Orion Watches Sylph: Graphite

Orion Watches Sylph: Graphite owners widely praise its exceptional wearability, citing the comfortable, svelte fit from the concave caseback and tapering midcase, alongside appreciated brushed and polished finishing. The large, easy-to-use crown and specific design elements like the mother-of-pearl dial, blue seconds hand, checkerboard minute track, applied indices, and "Sylph" typeface are frequently highlighted as stunning. The watch features a Miyota 9039 automatic movement and 100m water resistance. Some owners find the 39mm case size too small, and opinions on the price are divided, with some deeming it justified by the appearance and others finding it high for a microbrand with an off-the-shelf movement. Lume is described as adequate, and the bracelet lacks quick-adjust features. Overall, owners rate the Orion Watches Sylph: Graphite highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
Sylph: Graphite39mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
Sylph: Graphite40h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
Sylph: Graphite100m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
Sylph: Graphite$725

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
47mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Purple
Grey

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$725
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