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Farer Discovery IIvsLongines ELEGANT COLLECTION

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
ELEGANT COLLECTION
LonginesELEGANT COLLECTION
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
ELEGANT COLLECTION72h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
ELEGANT COLLECTION30m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
8.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
44mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Purple
Blue
Indices
Applied
Diamond indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
L888.5
Type
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
68h
72h
Jewels
24
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$2,600

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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.

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its value and traditional styling, offering versatility for both casual and formal wear. Owners note its elegant appearance can be suitable for any occasion. However, some find its thickness and hand color potentially confusing, with polished hands sometimes difficult to read in certain light. On balance, owners rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its value and timeless design.

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