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Lorier Falcon SIIIvsSeiko Essentials Solar

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Falcon SIII
LorierFalcon SIII
MSRP $599
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Falcon SIII39mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Falcon SIII40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
Falcon SIII50m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Falcon SIII$599
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
39mm
30.5mm
Thickness
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
37.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Water Resistance
50m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
V115
Type
Manual
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$375

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What people say

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Lorier Falcon SIII

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Lorier Falcon SIII for its impressive finishing at its price point, a svelte 36mm case that evokes vintage aesthetics and fits well on smaller wrists, and a clear, domed hesalite crystal. The legible BGW9 lume and high-quality tapering bracelet are also frequently highlighted. Some owners note that the dial's diamond pattern can make minute markers difficult to read in certain light, and one owner found the lume intensity could be more consistent. The Falcon SIII utilizes the Miyota 90S5 caliber and offers 100m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Lorier Falcon SIII highly for its vintage-inspired design and excellent finishing for the price.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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