The World of Affordable Luxury: Farer's Classy Upgrade
Elevating the everyday timepiece to a global standard.
In the realm of luxury watches, finding an affordable world-time watch is like searching for a needle in a haystack. But Farer, a British brand, has been challenging this notion since 2019, offering a dream-like solution for those seeking style and functionality on a budget.
And now, they've taken it up a notch with a touch of gold.
A Golden Touch:
Farer's latest addition to their esteemed World Timer collection is a trio of new models, with the highlight being the introduction of gold (PVD) cases. This is a significant step forward, as previously, no two Farer World Timers were identical, each featuring unique dial designs.
But here's the twist: Farer has now based the entire lineup on their most popular model, the Roché, with only color and lume variations. This strategic move ensures consistency while allowing for customization.
The New Trio:
Among the three new models, two share a new dial color, with one in steel and the other in gold PVD-coated steel. The third model retains an existing dial style but with a gold PVD treatment.
Introducing the 'Thorne' dial, a stunning burgundy masterpiece with a barleycorn guilloché pattern. The rotating inner bezel, showcasing 24 cities, is also burgundy, while the world map at the dial's center features burgundy oceans and gold-toned continents. The indices are crafted from Lumicast, a Super-LumiNova-infused ceramic, ensuring visibility in the dark.
Gold Standard:
The 'Thorne Gold' is a standout piece, with its entire 38mm stainless steel case, including both crowns, coated in yellow gold PVD. This model, along with the steel 'Thorne', are permanent additions to the World Timer catalog, expanding the collection to five world-timer watches.
Controversial Pricing:
Farer's pricing strategy is intriguing. The steel 'Thorne' is priced at $1,715, while the 'Thorne Gold' and 'Foxe Gold' command a slight premium at $1,790. But here's where it gets controversial—are these prices truly a steal for world-time watches? With the addition of gold, is the premium justified?
Technical Specifications:
These timepieces are powered by the Sellita SW331-2 automatic movement, a modified version of the SW330 GMT, featuring a rotating 24-hour disc instead of a GMT hand. The world-time function is easy to use, allowing you to read the time in 24 cities simultaneously, making it a traveler's dream.
Final Thoughts:
Farer continues to push the boundaries of affordable luxury, offering world-time watches that rival more expensive competitors. But is the addition of gold a step towards exclusivity, or does it maintain the brand's commitment to accessibility? What do you think? Are these watches a steal or a splurge? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
