Farr + Swit SeaplanevsDOXA SUB 300

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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.

Farr + Swit Seaplane at true scale

Seaplane

DOXA SUB 300 at true scale

SUB 300

Diameter

42mm

42.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

50.5mm

n/a

Thickness

12.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

38h

MSRP

$845

lowest

$2,890

Movement

ETA 2824-2

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
12.5mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
50.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Gradient Gray to Black
Aquamarine
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$2,890
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Reviews

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

Farr + Swit Seaplane

Owners widely praise the Farr + Swit Seaplane for its exceptional lume, durable construction, and legible design, highlighting its split-finish dial and comfortable red rubber strap. The ETA 2824-2 movement is noted as a strong point for its price, and the watch is appreciated for its immediate availability. One owner dislikes the deployment clasp on one of the included rubber straps. Overall, owners rate the Farr + Swit Seaplane highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price point.

DOXA SUB 300

The DOXA SUB 300 is widely praised for its wearability, vibrant color options, and modern updates like improved lume, with reviewers calling it the brand's most desirable model. Owners note its comfortable wear, clean cushion case, and legible dials, though some find the 42.5mm case a bit large. The bezel action is outstanding, and the beads-of-rice bracelet contributes to a smaller perceived size. However, some owners report issues with bracelet end links sticking out, a sharp clasp edge, sub-standard screw pins, and disappointing lume. The polished bezel surface is also noted as prone to scratches, and the clasp's top section and clip are described as feeling "tinnyness" and too sixties. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the DOXA SUB 300 highly for its compelling charm and modern updates, despite some noted bracelet and clasp refinements.

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