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Farer AQUAMATICvsBoldr The Boys

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AQUAMATIC
FarerAQUAMATIC
MSRP $875
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
AQUAMATIC38.5mm
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
AQUAMATIC41h
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
AQUAMATIC200m
The Boys200m
MSRP
AQUAMATIC$875
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Diameter
38.5mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
44mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Seiko NH35A
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$875
$299

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What people say

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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.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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