Farer Stanhope III - Nearly NewvsFarer Lethbridge Gold

Owners widely praise the Farer Stanhope III - Nearly New for its satisfying manual winding action and comfortable wearability, with one owner calling it a wonderful first watch they haven't taken off. Reviewers highlight its 38.5mm "Goldilocks" size and elegant case design, which some liken to luxury brands, complemented by a detailed piqué dial with a mid-century aesthetic. The Sellita SW216-1 movement is noted for its smooth operation and pleasing winding feel, though one reviewer reported accuracy of -/+ 7 seconds per day and flagged the high-polish case as prone to blemishes. Some owners are split on the case shape, with one preferring the slimmer profile of an earlier model for a vintage hand-wound style. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer Stanhope III - Nearly New highly for its refined finishing and comfortable, distinctive design at its price point.

Owners widely praise the Farer Lethbridge Gold's attractive appearance and finishing, with one owner calling its PVD gold finish the best they've seen. The watch runs at +4s/d, and its manual-wind Sellita SW216-1 movement is noted. Some owners consider the original strap to be of poor quality, and the gold PVD coating can fade slightly on the edges and scratch easily, though this is considered acceptable given the price. Overall, owners rate the Farer Lethbridge Gold highly for its beautiful aesthetic and finishing at its price point.