Anybody have knowledge of Farer watches? I think I've settled on more entry-level (sub-$500) for a first watch and will see how I like it then decide in a year or two if getting something a little nicer is worth doing (automatic, higher-end brand, etc).
https://usd.farer.com/products/frobisher-2
Farer watches seems like another microbrand. They’ll use a Swiss or Japanese movement and pair it with a case from China. It’s a huge industry and there are good watches to be found. For $500.00 you can get an automatic Swiss movement. In fact $475.00, for the Farer watch, is a high price for a quartz watch. An automatic movement (just the movement) typically costs $80.00 to $250.00, depending on grade. A quartz movement is in the $5.00 to $25.00 range. If you’re interested in microbrands I’d recommend Aevig Watches, Melbourne Watches, Zelos Watches, NTH Watches, Helm Watches, or Meccaniche Veneziane Watches. There are a lot more but all the ones listed have been doing this awhile and have a broad portfolio. Given the style you like, start with Aevig or Melbourne.
