Farer Cobb IIIvsOmega Speedmaster 57 Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 40 5mm

Ref. 332.12.41.51.01.001·MSRP $10,300
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Measurements
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Cobb III

Speedmaster 57 Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 40 5mm
Diameter
41mm
40.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
lowest
49.6mm
Thickness
14.5mm
13.0mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
62h
highest
60h
MSRP
$2,692
lowest
$10,300
Movement
Sellita SW530 M MP a
Omega 9906
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
6 specsMovement
7 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Farer Cobb III is praised for its exceptional value, offering a monopusher chronograph with GMT function for under €2,500, featuring a comfortable 41mm case with unique knurled sides and a smooth Sellita SW530 M MP a manual-wind movement. The colorful sunburst sky-blue dial with navy accents and a contrasting orange chrono hand is noted as a standout feature. One owner notes the Cobb III's bronze-capped crown and suspects some buyers dislike the cushion case design, though they feel Farer did well to make it distinctive. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Farer Cobb III highly for its distinctive design and impressive value proposition.
Owners widely praise the Omega Speedmaster 57 Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 40 5mm for its striking dial colors, particularly the blue, burgundy, and green variants, and its recognizably Speedy design which makes it an excellent daily driver with good legibility. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the slimmer, more angular 40.5mm case and the manual-wind Calibre 9906 movement as significant advantages, with some owners finding the dimensions superior and comfortable. However, the watch's 49.6mm lug-to-lug measurement is a point of contention, with some owners finding it wears long or a bit large on smaller wrists, while others appreciate its presence on larger wrists. The bracelet and overall Omega quality also receive positive mentions. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Omega Speedmaster 57 Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 40 5mm highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic combined with modern movement and finishing.
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