Farer GMTvsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time
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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.

GMT

Presage Cocktail Time
Diameter
39.5mm
40.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Thickness
10.8mm
lowest
11.8mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
56h
highest
41h
MSRP
$1,375
$475
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko 4R35
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise Farer's customer service, with one owner reporting an efficient, free warranty movement swap. Reviewers consistently highlight the vibrant, legible dials and the well-proportioned 39.5mm x 10mm case, noting its wearability and user-friendly GMT setting. The bronze crown is a point of contention, with some finding it unfinished or potentially unpopular despite its intended patina development. The Farer GMT is powered by a Sellita SW330-2 movement with a 56-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer GMT highly for its colorful, wearable design and good value at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its visually stunning dials and excellent value, with many appreciating its size and design. The 4Rxx movement is reported to keep good time, ranging from -5/+5 seconds per day. Some owners note the lack of a sapphire crystal and occasional price concerns, though many feel it competes favorably with significantly more expensive watches. One owner specifically praises the Mockingbird dial, indices, hands, and crown, while finding the case design uninspired. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its dial aesthetics and value proposition.
The dial finishing is exceptional for its price point. Quality control issues are a recurring problem with Seiko.
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