Farer
Farer is a British watch brand founded in 2015 by Stuart Finlayson, Jono Holt, Ben Lewin and Paul Sweetenham. Its watches are designed in the UK and produced in Switzerland.
| Founded | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | London |
| Production | Roventa Henex, Bienne, Switzerland |
| Range | Quartz, automatic, GMT, dive and chronograph watches |
| Website | farer.com |
What is Farer?
Farer is a British watch brand founded in 2015 by Stuart Finlayson, Jono Holt, Ben Lewin and Paul Sweetenham. The watches are designed in Britain and produced in Bienne, Switzerland, by the Swiss manufacturer Roventa Henex.
History
The brand launched with a first range of nine quartz watches and has expanded steadily since:
- 2016: automatic watches named after British Royal Navy ships
- 2017: GMT and diving watches, the Aqua Compressors
- 2018: 37 mm hand wound cushion cased watches
- 2019: chronographs and quartz watches themed on land speed records
Products and positioning
Farer combines Swiss made movements with distinctive design. Models such as the Beagle, Hopewell and Endurance use ETA 2824-2 automatic movements. The brand sits in the premium segment, aimed at buyers looking for independent design with Swiss production.
Why it matters
Farer is part of a new wave of British watch brands, alongside names such as Bremont and Christopher Ward, that have helped redefine British watchmaking through independent design and direct relationships with customers.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Farer watches made?
Farer watches are designed in Britain and produced in Bienne, Switzerland, by Roventa Henex.
Who founded Farer?
Farer was founded in 2015 by Stuart Finlayson, Jono Holt, Ben Lewin and Paul Sweetenham.