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Farer Discovery IIvsTimefactors Commando PRS-47

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
Commando PRS-47
TimefactorsCommando PRS-47
MSRP $463
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.

Timefactors Commando PRS-47

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Commando PRS-47 for its faithful vintage design, particularly the tropical dial and hi-dome acrylic or sapphire crystal which enhances its visual appeal. The 36mm case size is frequently highlighted as a positive, offering a comfortable and historically accurate fit, complemented by 20mm lug spacing. Some owners note the Miyota 9039 movement's accuracy, with one reporting +1 second per day. Criticisms include the stock bracelet clasp being flimsy or a "solid MEH," and one owner found the 36mm size too small. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors Commando PRS-47 highly for its vintage aesthetic and wearability at the price.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
Commando PRS-4736mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
Commando PRS-47
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
Commando PRS-47100m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
Commando PRS-47$463

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
36mm
Thickness
10.8mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
43.5mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Purple
Tropical
Lume
None
SuperLuminova X1-C3

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
68h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$463
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