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Farer AQUAMATICvsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

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Farer AQUAMATIC

Owners widely praise the Farer AQUAMATIC for its vibrant color palettes, clean design, and excellent wearability, particularly on its 38.5mm case, with multiple sources highlighting its value under $1,000 and the inclusion of multiple strap options. Reviewers and owners alike commend its build quality and dial details, with one owner noting the double AR coating. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting great timekeeping and another experiencing a watch running about 4 seconds per hour slow, requiring service. Some find the Sellita SW220-1 movement unremarkable, and the day/date font colors are noted by one owner as making the dial feel busy, while bezel grip is described as okay with slight wiggle, common for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Farer AQUAMATIC highly for its fun design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Farer AQUAMATIC features a visually appealing design with bold red accents and a spearmint dial. The watch's Swiss-made movement is a notable aspect. The price point is a trade-off against more established brands in the market.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition is praised for its faithful homage to the iconic SKX design, with owners appreciating its aesthetics. Some find the specifications are considered inferior to alternatives, and one enthusiast suggests removing "AUTOMATIC" from the dial. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from -5 to -8 seconds per day. Overall, owners view the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition positively for its iconic design and value as a homage piece.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
AQUAMATIC38.5mm
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition42.5mm
Power Reserve
AQUAMATIC41h
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
AQUAMATIC200m
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition100m
MSRP
AQUAMATIC$875
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
38.5mm
42.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Curved
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Seiko 4R36
Jewels
26
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$875
$375
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