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Farer Discovery IIvsGrand Seiko SBGY011

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
SBGY011
Grand SeikoSBGY011
MSRP $8,800

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
SBGY01140mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
SBGY01172h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
SBGY011100m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
SBGY011$8,800

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Purple
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
9R31
Type
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
68h
72h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$8,800

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGY011

Grand Seiko SBGY011 owners praise its stunning, subtly textured white dial, with one owner describing its glide as very smooth and the dial itself as stunning in person. The Spring Drive movement is a key appeal, noted for its accuracy of +/- 1 second per day and a 72-hour power reserve. The 40mm stainless steel 44GS case is also a feature. One reviewer expressed a preference for a bracelet over the included crocodile strap. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Grand Seiko SBGY011's exceptional dial aesthetics and Spring Drive accuracy as its primary strengths.

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