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Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES IIIvsTrafford Watch Co Crossroads

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What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III for its distinct design, unconventional color schemes, and solid finishing. Specific highlights include a fun, functional full-lume dial with a subtle wave pattern and upgraded Grade X2 Super-LumiNova. The 41mm titanium case is considered well-proportioned, and the internal bezel features a useful stop mechanism, with the 4 o'clock crown for bezel adjustment noted as convenient. The La Joux-Perret G101 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve. Some owners lament a perceived shift away from the brand's previously bolder design language. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III highly for its unique design and functional features.

From video reviewers

The titanium case construction and unique dial design are significant positives. Lume performance was tested, but its brightness was not a consensus point. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

Trafford Watch Co Crossroads

Owners widely praise the Trafford Watch Co Crossroads for its unique and unconventional case shape, dial execution, and overall design, often described as classy and evoking a 70s or scholarly vibe. The watch features a 36x38mm case with a 46mm lug-to-lug, which owners report wears like a 40mm round watch and is just under 11mm thick. Specific design elements frequently highlighted include polished lugs, an overlapping bezel, a concave crystal, and contrasting second hands, with some noting subtle case side finishing and a hardened case coating. The Miyota 9039 movement is reported to keep excellent time, with one owner seeing +/- 5 seconds per day accuracy. Some owners note a minor, light-dependent imperfection on the case near the 8 o'clock position. The 5ATM water resistance is considered a limitation for swimming. While brand owner responsiveness is generally praised, some potential buyers experienced difficulty reaching the brand via Instagram.

From video reviewers

The watch features a unique dial that shifts between bright and moody tones depending on lighting. One weakness is the lack of lume brightness, as the syringe hands are filled with BGW9 Swiss Super-LumiNova but don't seem effective in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's seriousness, with one reviewer saying it's not meant for formal occasions, while others don't mention this aspect.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III41.5mm
Crossroads38mm
Power Reserve
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III68h
Crossroads48 hoursh
Water Resistance
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III300m
Crossroads50m
MSRP
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III$1,350
Crossroads$649

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Material
Grade 2 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Hardened scratch-resistant coating
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
White
Moontower Edition
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
68h
48 hoursh

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,350
$649
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