Why FARER is the King of Microbrands | Stanhope II

This week we held a Microbrand challange on WatchCrunch.com and out of 36 brands, Farer was the favorite amongst enthusiasts. In this video we look at why Farer is winning, and how you can win this sold out Stanhope II for yourself!
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  • @WatchCrunchOfficial
    @WatchCrunchOfficial Жыл бұрын

    Join the conversation: www.watchcrunch.com/Max/posts/congrats-to-farer-win-this-watch-11574

  • @yorusuyasoul69420

    @yorusuyasoul69420

    Жыл бұрын

    already joined

  • @bobgg714

    @bobgg714

    Жыл бұрын

    Yo

  • @josebalderas2829

    @josebalderas2829

    Жыл бұрын

    Great shots of the watch!

  • @kylebruinsma5518

    @kylebruinsma5518

    Жыл бұрын

    Farer is such a great watch company. Love the colors they use. The Stanhope II is such a nice piece.

  • @dinispaulino7512

    @dinispaulino7512

    Жыл бұрын

    Awesome watch!

  • @therealfaintinggoat
    @therealfaintinggoat Жыл бұрын

    I just bought the "Meredith" and upon arrival it exceeded my expectations. This was the first expensive watch (for me) that I've purchased myself and I was a bit apprehensive about plunking down that much money for a non-mainstream brand. I've had my eye on several from Hamilton, Sinn, Oris, Damasko and Stowa. But the design, the story and features of this watch were in a class of their own. Even the name and the production number I was able to choose have a very special meaning to me. This will not be the last Farer watch in my collection. I'm a fan.

  • @bngs1983
    @bngs19839 ай бұрын

    I had to subscribe. The quality of your content is top notch. You’re also talking about some other brands that deserve some limelight.

  • @btmontres1423
    @btmontres1423 Жыл бұрын

    Interesting brand. Didn't know you did a face-off against other microbrands and this is a great idea. Never knew much about Farer and will have to do more research. Thanks for a great overview/review. Was also surprised to see Norquain and Chris Ward on here as I thought they would be higher volume. Will be looking out for more content like this.

  • @UnseenHero
    @UnseenHero Жыл бұрын

    Played out quite well that Farer won the contest. I appreciate the effort they made to decorate the movement. Makes you want to show it off much more

  • @A7XrULeZlinaO
    @A7XrULeZlinaO Жыл бұрын

    awesome video Max! Thank you for everything that you're doing for this community!

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Joseph for your support!

  • @jamesbaum9775
    @jamesbaum9775 Жыл бұрын

    I’m really enjoying these videos. This is a great watch!

  • @pepej.maravillallopis518
    @pepej.maravillallopis518 Жыл бұрын

    Great video Max!!, as always. I have been in love with this brand for some time now and agree with you on the dedication to detail and design of this micro-brand. I hope to be able to enjoy it one day and I hope it will be soon, hehe. Good luck to all!!

  • @cbl.2372
    @cbl.2372 Жыл бұрын

    Great video Max, thanks for all that you and everyone @ Watch Crunch do for the community.

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers buddy 🍻

  • @RPhlo
    @RPhlo Жыл бұрын

    I’ve only heard of Farer in passing but, having just checked their website and must say that this is one of my new favourite microbrands, the cushion shape piece is quite unique!

  • @Yorkiepoocharlie
    @Yorkiepoocharlie Жыл бұрын

    The cushion shape is under represented in the current offerings out there. It’s such a pleasant shape. The VC with tilted dial is another looker but with a hefty price. Good stuff Max!

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    I love me a comfy cushion 👌😎

  • @RPhlo

    @RPhlo

    Жыл бұрын

    @@WatchCrunchOfficial “more cushion for the pushing”😆

  • @stuartgriffiths4292
    @stuartgriffiths4292 Жыл бұрын

    Superb video I'm new to the whole watch collecting,your videos are helping greatly. Found out about Farer a month ago .Trying to find the Pendine2 stunning watch.great informative video, thank you

  • @baseballlife422
    @baseballlife4224 ай бұрын

    My wife and I recently bought and received matching Resolute II and Resolute 36mm and they are beautiful. We’re absolutely love them.

  • @mjrtensepian1727
    @mjrtensepian1727 Жыл бұрын

    Agree. Farer has stood out as something special since their first models.

  • @TheTownWatch
    @TheTownWatch Жыл бұрын

    Great review! I agree with everything you said being an owner of the Farer Mansfield (the green one) with the same case! Awesome piece!

  • @miketan3962
    @miketan3962 Жыл бұрын

    Love the attention to details which FARER had put into this watch. A beautiful and charismatic watch.

  • @edrader
    @edrader Жыл бұрын

    pithy, to the point, interesting, short and sweet and no stoopid introduction. thank you!

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers Ed 👍

  • @SoCalWatchReviews
    @SoCalWatchReviews Жыл бұрын

    Max has a very unique way of talking about these mechanical machines. His laid back yet very knowledgeable approach makes him one of the top guys in our crazy little hobby. Keep up the great work Max 👏

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Hardly can live up to the high praise, thanks Miguel, your positivity is infectious 👌😎

  • @SoCalWatchReviews

    @SoCalWatchReviews

    Жыл бұрын

    @@WatchCrunchOfficial ❤️

  • @spyknife

    @spyknife

    10 ай бұрын

    There getting sued by starfleet

  • @davehan241
    @davehan241 Жыл бұрын

    I really dig that "squarish tier" that is melted and draped over the case. It's a really cool mix of sharp angles and curves.

  • @CyberSammael
    @CyberSammael Жыл бұрын

    I have a Fairford an absolutely love it. I wouldn't say it beats my CW Worldglow, but that might just be the difference in price rather than the brand. The Fairford is so easy to wear, the colours are fun but not distracting and the use of the split second ETA movement is really unusual and gives it a party trick that I never get tired of.

  • @neildavid4411
    @neildavid4411 Жыл бұрын

    Great video and great to see Farer getting some love. I bought the Farer Cobb monopusher a few weeks ago and absolutely love it!

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh I love that blue dial 😍

  • @greatdogg
    @greatdogg Жыл бұрын

    Some interesting micros I hadn't heard of and will check out. Also some interesting omissions, eg Helm, Phoibus, Vario.

  • @UltraDoug
    @UltraDoug Жыл бұрын

    I love this watch! Had my eye on it for some time. Thanks for the opportunity to get one! 😎👍🏼

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers and G'luck 👍

  • @ryantaylor3416
    @ryantaylor3416 Жыл бұрын

    This is the best video you’ve done so far!! Bravo

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Aw thanks Ryan 👍

  • @michaelchan82
    @michaelchan82 Жыл бұрын

    Great vid. Love the design, nice and simple but full of detail at the same time. Cost though....might just think about the AnOrdain and pay that little bit extra for it.

  • @boop8621
    @boop8621 Жыл бұрын

    The movement isn’t just swiss, the whole watch is. They are made white label by Roventa Henex. They make this very clear in all their literature and even on the caseback: “british design x swiss made.” The transparency is admirable and they are a leader amongst microbrands in mvt. (Christipher Ward has had to play catch up) My Lander IV Sellita is top grade and keeps time as well as my Rolex superlative chronometers.

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Awesome info, good on Farer 👍

  • @Bujienla

    @Bujienla

    Жыл бұрын

    What do you mean catch up? CWard has its own movements.

  • @mdunawaym
    @mdunawaym Жыл бұрын

    I love my Vaer D5 Pacific diver, but Farer is definitely on my list!

  • @marcgirard7551
    @marcgirard7551 Жыл бұрын

    Great video and thank you for opening my eyes to Farer! This piece is actually surprisingly spectacular! I hope I win it!

  • @212Hasse
    @212Hasse8 ай бұрын

    Excellent Segment. An Eye Opening about Microbrand Watch. Kudos.

  • @krasnaludek298
    @krasnaludek298 Жыл бұрын

    Love this watch & what Farer is doing with colors and design philosophy. 👍🏻🇫🇮

  • @wisamal-hakim5531
    @wisamal-hakim5531 Жыл бұрын

    What a fun challenge! I’m a bit surprised with the winner but not disappointed as I own a Lander IV from Farer and a MR01 in salmon from Baltic. I would have reversed the final outcome but hey they’re both great and worthy.

  • @topsetjewellery
    @topsetjewellery Жыл бұрын

    Lovely watch. I really like the colour palettes used in the different Farer watches. So many watches are monochromatic.

  • @tangopete
    @tangopete Жыл бұрын

    Great review. Looks like a very nice watch. It’s nice to see these micro brands step it up.

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah they are on another level!

  • @romanopeterj
    @romanopeterj Жыл бұрын

    Love the channel and love this Farer watch. I’m in the market for a while dial Summer watch!

  • @neilmac4730
    @neilmac4730 Жыл бұрын

    That watch has a real retro classic look, beautiful.

  • @wayneskipage7359
    @wayneskipage7359 Жыл бұрын

    Level of refinement for a micro brand looks really impressive. Im really intrigued now.

  • @darryhatfield-shaw1903
    @darryhatfield-shaw1903 Жыл бұрын

    Love this watch, it's so versatile, I could dress it up with a nice suit or wear it with jeans and a nice polo shirt. Big thumbs up. 👍🏾

  • @147mastery9
    @147mastery9 Жыл бұрын

    Gorgeous watches. Great video. Thanks.

  • @Ranteessa
    @Ranteessa Жыл бұрын

    Great video. Farer definitely is one of the most intresting microbrands.

  • @chemist2517
    @chemist2517 Жыл бұрын

    Yet another generous giveaway. Thanks Max!

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers! 🍻

  • @arthurpliatsikas509
    @arthurpliatsikas509 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for a great video Max. I came close to ordering the MR01 but baulked at the quality of the movement. The Stanhope on the other hand has it all, quality, looks, fit and affordability.

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Exactly the reason I sold my MR01 😢

  • @arthurpliatsikas509

    @arthurpliatsikas509

    Жыл бұрын

    @@WatchCrunchOfficial Hi Max. I received an email letting me know that I have been short listed and asked me to acknowledge my prize. Do I do this here?

  • @andreaiacolina
    @andreaiacolina Жыл бұрын

    I don't know if Farer is the nest microbrand out there, but for sure it's one of the best. I haven't one yet in my collection, but I'm considering different models from their line up. Probably in the future I will add one to my collection.

  • @EverydayWatchGuy
    @EverydayWatchGuy Жыл бұрын

    I was interested to see a review of this model, after FARER took the WC crown. Great review!

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! They deserve the win 👍

  • @victors5010
    @victors5010 Жыл бұрын

    This is a quality micro brand, and they have another interesting and beautiful piece.

  • @moma8229
    @moma8229 Жыл бұрын

    I own 3 farer, it just a great design and very refreshing. I think my collection will get larger...

  • @fmkrowa
    @fmkrowa Жыл бұрын

    Love the design inside. And out

  • @framper2008
    @framper2008 Жыл бұрын

    Got to check out Farer in person at the Wind Up in SF. Cool designs and colors for sure!

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh I'm going this month in Chicago!

  • @daddyofthepaddy
    @daddyofthepaddy Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for another slickly edited and informative video. Was looking hard at the Lethbridge but this Stanhope II looks fantastic and more playful. The Star Trek insignia only adds to my lust for this watch! 😂 Waiting to see if lust will turn into love before pulling the trigger!

  • @jeffreygoss8109

    @jeffreygoss8109

    Жыл бұрын

    They ship soon. I went with the Lethbridge.

  • @dailjr3721
    @dailjr3721 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the opportunity! Good luck everyone!

  • @simonwright6882
    @simonwright6882 Жыл бұрын

    This particular model really speaks to me, the dial and case shape are both winners 🏆

  • @NocturnalMantis
    @NocturnalMantis Жыл бұрын

    To be honest, I never heard of this brand of watches. Thank you for bringing it to my eyes, and I'm so fascinated of the design. Good luck to everyone.

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers 👍

  • @kellyoneal1675
    @kellyoneal1675 Жыл бұрын

    I fulfilled requirements for the giveaway. Thanks for showing us a way to join a disscusion.

  • @cpj28038
    @cpj280384 ай бұрын

    I just ordered the latest Endeavor Aqua compressor titanium white dial. I can’t wait. A buddy has had the black dial for 6 months now and wears it almost daily. The quality of this watch is quite good and I see why it won in this micro brand face-off. I also have a Vaer, which was a big mistake.

  • @redcell272
    @redcell272 Жыл бұрын

    Great video! I agree farer is pretty bomb

  • @carlos1730
    @carlos173010 ай бұрын

    Just picked up the Stanhope II, great time piece!

  • @miquelino5217
    @miquelino5217 Жыл бұрын

    A very good review. Thank you very mutch. And stay also crunchy 👌see you next time.

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Stay crunchy 😉

  • @67mlb67
    @67mlb67 Жыл бұрын

    Like the looks of Farer. Very nice and thanks for giving us a chance to win one.

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers mark 👍

  • @kimagure79
    @kimagure79 Жыл бұрын

    Sinceramente non avevo mai preso seriamente in considerazione questo marchio... ma mi devo ricredere! tanto questo modello, quanto gli altri, sono veramente originali

  • @synaptyx
    @synaptyx Жыл бұрын

    I voted Baltic, but you convinced me than Farer deserved the win. Amazing attention to detail! 👏👏👏

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Both awesome choices!

  • @AKhan.28
    @AKhan.28 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful watch

  • @Waldi.Explores
    @Waldi.Explores Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful watch indeed. Would like to explore other contestants in the tournament.

  • @garyallum3484
    @garyallum3484 Жыл бұрын

    Great video. Nice watches.

  • @borage2000
    @borage2000 Жыл бұрын

    Love Farer, and this one in particular , hope I win and that’ll be the best gift of this summer to me

  • @tonycolangelo1742
    @tonycolangelo1742 Жыл бұрын

    Very interesting video, thanks for pulling it together ... the Farer you reviewed is clearly an impressive watch! Fingers crossed that you pull my name to win it! :)

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers and G'luck Tony 👍

  • @josephkelly1909
    @josephkelly1909 Жыл бұрын

    Great looking piece. Sold (unfortunately) my Resolute piece. This would be a nice replacement and thank you

  • @TL-ph5wg
    @TL-ph5wg Жыл бұрын

    Great watch

  • @robconley5426
    @robconley5426 Жыл бұрын

    Great watch, wish there were more!

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah they should've made 2000 😂

  • @keskes111
    @keskes111 Жыл бұрын

    Fingers crossed. Would love to win such a great watch, brilliant British brand

  • @cedarcanoe
    @cedarcanoe Жыл бұрын

    You just drew my attention to this brand.

  • @joelmoore3804
    @joelmoore3804 Жыл бұрын

    Nice one, Max! Such a unique watch.

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Joel 👍

  • @robertduenes9285
    @robertduenes9285 Жыл бұрын

    Great watch. Your giving teddy baldessarre a run for his money!!!

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Haha, no one can match Teddy...and O'Leary 😂

  • @YasinD95
    @YasinD952 ай бұрын

    The new Baily moonphase in green has won my heart!

  • @stevethompson7910
    @stevethompson7910 Жыл бұрын

    Love Watch Crunch!

  • @shermankan
    @shermankan Жыл бұрын

    While I am fond of Farer and of this lovely piece, it's the initiative of the microbrand challenge that I appreciate even more. Many microbrands around the world are underrated and collectively, they deserve to more attention. The microbrand challenge clearly helps (congrats to Farer). Thank you for stirring the discussion up!

  • @paulvon2378

    @paulvon2378

    Жыл бұрын

    no one mentioned Steinhart (Rolex Homage)

  • @andreleverettejr3747
    @andreleverettejr3747 Жыл бұрын

    Pique is a weave pattern used in white tie attire, it's a very formal pattern. Menswear Expert and Master Tailor

  • @HovingtonInstruments
    @HovingtonInstruments Жыл бұрын

    Hi Max, stumbled on your channel and really enjoying content and video edit. Curious if you have an opinion on LIV watches( also micro brand)… with a definite good story. New subscriber 🇨🇦 cheers

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Tomy! Welcome. I've seen Liv ads, haven't seen a design that really speaks to me yet

  • @jamesibanez3642
    @jamesibanez3642 Жыл бұрын

    Love this watch!

  • @leehowson
    @leehowson Жыл бұрын

    Love the Trek connection

  • @user-bo5ff8sx5p
    @user-bo5ff8sx5p Жыл бұрын

    Another great review

  • @julleboy90
    @julleboy90 Жыл бұрын

    What a watch😲🤤, i dont like white but when there is blue and red. It looks so good and and the polish Numbers. It reminds me of longines dial but a little more affordable. Now one me list 😅

  • @ghd4044
    @ghd4044 Жыл бұрын

    I got one of these on day one, #44, love it

  • @jrweaver
    @jrweaver Жыл бұрын

    Love this watch and brand!

  • @billydiazbilly2212
    @billydiazbilly2212 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful watch great video 👍

  • @gmich1969
    @gmich1969 Жыл бұрын

    Farer is the best for many reasons... Lets start by the first impression...

  • @younusimam-thesalamproject6340
    @younusimam-thesalamproject6340 Жыл бұрын

    Would recommend Helm. Fantastic micro. I dont want another watch after getting a Miyako

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh I'll look into them👍

  • @KrystianWlr
    @KrystianWlr Жыл бұрын

    No Instagram, so maybe next time, but I really enjoyed the video. Baltic watches look amazing btw

  • @seanpie5481
    @seanpie5481 Жыл бұрын

    Lovely watch. Size, shape, dial and the details. Cheers.

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    The proportions are so perfect 👌

  • @sal7067
    @sal7067 Жыл бұрын

    I own a lot of micro brand watches and I think Farer and Christopher Ward are hardly micros anymore, they get pretty expensive and their output is huge compared to other micros. That being said, I agree that Farer makes a hell of a watch, I own the Farer Lander Chrono and it is easily the most beautiful Chrono in my 30+ collection. I would say this... Halios vs Baltic is a really tough one to call, I would have gone Halios because they have the best bracelet in the micro space hands down (get a Halios Fairwind or Universal and you'll see who hard is is to beat those 2 watches with ANYTHING that Baltic could throw at them). Great content!!

  • @jeffreygoss8109

    @jeffreygoss8109

    Жыл бұрын

    I am waiting for Halios to fairwind 5. Love the yellow.

  • @danielcalvocamacho4538
    @danielcalvocamacho4538 Жыл бұрын

    My only micro band watch is a Marloe Derwent Gauge, also a British company. Take a look to it!

  • @oskarolabarrieta6714
    @oskarolabarrieta6714 Жыл бұрын

    Great watch, very beautiful and good construction

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Definitely 👌

  • @jeffreynolds8167
    @jeffreynolds8167 Жыл бұрын

    Great Video again

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jeff!

  • @Dondaddyh
    @Dondaddyh Жыл бұрын

    Great watch, I’d buy one if I could, not a snowflake in sight too😊 oh and definitely Trekish too👍🏽

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Trekish 😂. Love it!

  • @fabianalvarezgarcia1630
    @fabianalvarezgarcia1630 Жыл бұрын

    Such a beautiful watch. I'd love to win it!

  • @marcd6228
    @marcd6228 Жыл бұрын

    Piqué is a french word. It can be a type of fabric or also means a bite. Like a bug bite. In that case I think it refers to a fabric like pattern. Great watch!

  • @wick-trimmer1980
    @wick-trimmer1980 Жыл бұрын

    Very nice piece a great price as well.

  • @thegorn
    @thegorn Жыл бұрын

    I like the cushion case. Overpolished though.

  • @naveenkataria661
    @naveenkataria661 Жыл бұрын

    Wow... this watch is great. Its everything i would want in a watch.... thin frame, 39mm, retro feeling cushion shape with enough color to keep it interesting. I especially like the the markers at 3, 9 and 12, like the Rolex explorer (which has them on 3, 6 and 9), which i love but cant afford. Wonder how appropriate it would look in a formal setting. Note of import: would have loved if you could have done a lume-shot...i hope it does have some lume.

  • @WatchCrunchOfficial

    @WatchCrunchOfficial

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah I ran out of time for lume. Not a whole lot there, just hands and lil plots on the periphery

  • @MobinYu
    @MobinYu Жыл бұрын

    Farer really stunning at that price!

  • @mr.stinker9335
    @mr.stinker9335 Жыл бұрын

    Just got a aquamatic farer. Wow. Just wow.

  • @brett2396
    @brett2396 Жыл бұрын

    I like Farer and think it’s worth being in the top tier of microbrands. But I still feel like Monta or Baltic should have won.

  • @jamesibanez3642

    @jamesibanez3642

    Жыл бұрын

    I received the same message above. This is spam right!?

  • @brett2396

    @brett2396

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jamesibanez3642 yes

  • @AW-qm6tp

    @AW-qm6tp

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    Monta is the clear champ in my view.

  • @paulvon2378

    @paulvon2378

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    Steinhart

  • @benjaminh.5505

    @benjaminh.5505

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    Helios should have won. None of your money is going to marketing with them. All into the watch. A good portion of your money is going to marketing with the farmer. So lower build quality.