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Farer Discovery IIvsSerica Réf. 5303 PLD

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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.

Serica Réf. 5303 PLD

Owners widely praise the Serica Réf. 5303 PLD for its sophisticated design and refined finishing that exceeds its price point, noting its ability to blend dress and tool watch aesthetics and wear thinly under cuffs. One owner reports the screw-down crown has loosened during wear, raising concerns for dive-use integrity, while another questions the practicality of the no-deco dive scale for specialized diving. Reviewers find the 39mm case wears slightly small and note the mesh bracelet feels dainty for a military-themed watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Serica Réf. 5303 PLD highly for its elegant finishing and versatile design that punches above its weight class.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
Réf. 5303 PLD39mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
Réf. 5303 PLD42h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
Réf. 5303 PLD300m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
Réf. 5303 PLD$1,974

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46.5mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Purple

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Soprod M100
Power Reserve
68h
42h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$1,974
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