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Farer FIELDvsBoldr Five-in-a-Row

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Farer FIELD

The Farer FIELD is praised for its refined 38mm case with a slimmer bezel, offering a larger, more legible dial and comfortable wearability. Owners highlight the textured dials, particularly the cream variant, as a standout feature, with some finding the premium price justified by Swiss manufacturing and the Sellita SW221-1 movement. The pointer date complication is also noted as a unique and appealing aspect. One owner reports daily wear since January and satisfaction with the balanced face and brushed steel. Some owners consider the $1,250 retail price steep for a field watch, though others feel the Swiss manufacturing and accurate movement warrant the cost. The Sellita SW221-1 movement provides a 41-hour power reserve. While the fully brushed case is practical, one reviewer suggested a polished bezel ring would enhance the aesthetic. An awkward gap above the crown is noted as a quirky design element. Water resistance is 150 meters.

Boldr Five-in-a-Row

Owners widely praise Boldr's lightweight titanium cases, value, and suitability for outdoor or adventure use. The 38mm size is considered perfect by some, and the topographical dial on one variant offers fantastic depth with well-matched Old-Radium C3 lume. However, some owners report issues with customer service and perceived poor quality for the price, while others find the 14mm thickness chunky and the dial cluttered, impacting legibility. Accuracy averages around +15 seconds per day, though specific complications like a pulsometer and respiration timer are noted as accurate and useful on one variant. Overall, owners rate Boldr highly for its lightweight, functional design and value, despite some concerns about build quality and legibility.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
FIELD39mm
Five-in-a-Row38mm
Power Reserve
FIELD41h
Five-in-a-Row
Water Resistance
FIELD150m
Five-in-a-Row200m
MSRP
FIELD$1,095
Five-in-a-Row$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Tool
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
0mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
44mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Five In A Row I
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW221-1
Seiko NH35
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
41h
0h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$399
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