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Farer GMTvsSeiko Alpinist

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What people say

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Farer GMT

The Farer GMT Automatic is praised for its vibrant, legible sunburst dial and well-proportioned 39.5mm x 10mm case. Reviewers note the ETA 2893-2 movement as a good choice with hacking seconds and a 42-hour power reserve. The bronze crown, intended to develop a patina, is flagged as a potentially unpopular design element that some feel looks unfinished or out of place. Prices range from $1,425 to $2,150 AUD. Overall, reviewers find the Farer GMT Automatic offers good value for a GMT watch in its price segment, with the dial and case proportions being key strengths.

Seiko Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its durability, accuracy, and value, with many appreciating its versatile style and useful day-date complication. Some owners highlight the 70-hour power reserve and 20 bar water resistance as significant benefits. However, opinions are divided on its size and thickness, with some finding it too large and heavy for a field watch, while others consider it a perfect or comfortable fit, especially at 38mm. There is also disagreement regarding the crystal type, with some criticizing the Hardlex while others appreciate the sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its robust performance and good value, despite differing views on its dimensions.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GMT39.5mm
Alpinist39.5mm
Power Reserve
GMT56h
Alpinist70h
Water Resistance
GMT100m
Alpinist200m
MSRP
GMT$1,375
Alpinist$750

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Thickness
10.8mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46.4mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
56h
70h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$750
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