Farer MarsdenvsSeiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Farer Marsden at true scale

Marsden

Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial at true scale

Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial

Diameter

35mm

35.9mm

Lug-to-Lug

38mm

lowest

46mm

Thickness

10.5mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

45h

72h

highest

MSRP

$1,045

lowest

$1,600

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Seiko 6R5H

Case

4 specs
Diameter
35mm
35.9mm
Thickness
10.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Seiko 6R5H
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
45h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,045
$1,600
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Farer Marsden

Owners widely appreciate Farer's playful color palettes and overall value for money, with one owner specifically praising the brand's exceptional customer service. One owner notes the Farer Marsden's 50M water resistance as low and reports a lack of resistance when winding, describing it as feeling broken. Another owner finds the Farer Marsden's price high compared to other field watches, questioning its value proposition despite acknowledging its attractive design. Overall, owners find Farer watches to offer good value, though one owner suggests the experience and product may not be worth the hype.

Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial

The Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial is praised for its compact, dress-watch feel, with a 35.9mm tonneau-shaped case that wears fluidly. Its enamel dial, crafted under master artisan supervision, features a flawless vitreous surface with painted Roman numerals and slender blued steel hands. The Seiko 6R5H movement provides a 72-hour power reserve. One reviewer notes the connection to Japanese silk fabrics feels lacking, and the EUR 1,650 / US$950 price point reflects recent Seiko price increases. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial highly for its flawless enamel dial and compact, vintage aesthetic at its price.

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