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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.

Duxot Tortuga

Owners widely consider the Duxot Tortuga a cool-looking, unique watch with trustworthy water resistance. Some owners find the bezel visually appealing, though one notes it feels cheaper than that on a Bulova Surveyor. The Duxot Tortuga is considered by some to be slightly overpriced, with movements appearing to be off-the-shelf Japanese calibers. On balance, owners view the Duxot Tortuga positively for its unique design and reliable water resistance, despite some feeling it is overpriced.

Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III for its distinct design, unconventional color schemes, and solid finishing. Specific highlights include a fun, functional full-lume dial with a subtle wave pattern and upgraded Grade X2 Super-LumiNova. The 41mm titanium case is considered well-proportioned, and the internal bezel features a useful stop mechanism, with the 4 o'clock crown for bezel adjustment noted as convenient. The La Joux-Perret G101 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve. Some owners lament a perceived shift away from the brand's previously bolder design language. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III highly for its unique design and functional features.

From video reviewers

The titanium case construction and unique dial design are significant positives. Lume performance was tested, but its brightness was not a consensus point. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tortuga45mm
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III41.5mm
Power Reserve
Tortuga42h
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III68h
Water Resistance
Tortuga200m
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III300m
MSRP
Tortuga$169
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III$1,350

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
45mm
41.5mm
Thickness
14mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Grade 2 Titanium
Finish
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Power Reserve
42h
68h
Jewels
0
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$169
$1,350
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