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Farer Discovery IIvsTissot PRX Carbon

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What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Tissot PRX Carbon

The Tissot PRX Carbon is widely praised for its unique, stealthy forged carbon aesthetic and lightweight wearability, with many owners considering it a standout within the PRX line. Owners consistently highlight the comfortable, high-quality rubber strap and the appealing forged carbon look. Accuracy is noted as COSC-level, and the Powermatic 80 movement is specifically mentioned as featuring a silicon balance spring. However, legibility is hampered by a textured carbon dial and poor lume, and some owners find the dial too shiny. The $1,150 price point is considered high by some, though others view it as decent value. On balance, owners rate the Tissot PRX Carbon highly for its distinctive lightweight design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The forged carbon fiber case is a unique, lightweight feature. Reviewers noted a lack of specific detail on bracelet quality and water resistance.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
PRX Carbon40.5mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
PRX Carbon80h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
PRX Carbon100m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
PRX Carbon$1,150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
40.5mm
Thickness
10.8mm
11.23mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Carbon
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Purple
Black carbon
Indices
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
68h
80h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$1,150
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