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Farer Discovery IIvsTissot Ballade

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $1,100

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
Ballade39mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
Ballade80h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
Ballade100m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
39mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Purple
Silver
Indices
Applied
Roman
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Powermatic 80
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
68h
80h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$1,100

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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.

Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its excellent value, immaculate quality for the price, and attractive design, with many highlighting the mesmerizing dial and hobnail or fluted bezel. Reviewers and owners alike commend its comfortable 39mm proportions and slim case, noting the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement as a significant strength. Some owners find the included strap and clasp to be areas for potential improvement, and one owner noted disappointment with a quartz movement in a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Ballade a strong value proposition, excelling in design and movement certification at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Tissot Ballade's unique, intricately cut ribbed bezel design adds depth and character to the case. The watch's stunning finishing is a notable strength, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. A drawback is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a concern for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

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