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Farer BarnwellvsTimefactors Commander

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What people say

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Farer Barnwell

The Barnwell's distinctive barrel-shaped case and copper dial are highlighted. No shared weaknesses were mentioned.

Timefactors Commander

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Commander for its vintage aesthetic, featuring a clean no-date dial with gilt accents, creamy lume, and appealing sunburst effects, all contributing to a premium feel and excellent build quality for the price. However, some owners note its 13.7mm thickness and 162-gram weight are substantial, and the bezel numeral font is considered disproportionately small. The dial is also described as quite reflective, and the bracelet is prone to desk rash. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors Commander highly for its vintage design and robust build quality at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Barnwell40mm
Commander38mm
Power Reserve
Barnwell56h
Commander
Water Resistance
Barnwell100m
Commander300m
MSRP
Barnwell$1,350
Commander$490

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
10.9mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
45mm
Material
Titanium PVD
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
56h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,350
$490
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