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Farer Discovery IIvsSeiko Prospex Sea

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
Prospex Sea
SeikoProspex Sea
MSRP $595

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
Prospex Sea41.7mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
Prospex Sea41h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
Prospex Sea200m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
Prospex Sea$595

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
41.7mm
Thickness
12mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
49.5mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Purple
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
4R35
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
68h
41h
Jewels
24
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$595

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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent value, robust build, and superior lume, with many noting its comfortable wearability and faithful design recreations. Some owners report the watch can feel big, thick, and heavy on smaller wrists, while others find the sizing perfect. The bezel action is frequently highlighted as smooth and precise, often exceeding that of less expensive models. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition.

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