The moonphase complication has long been the hallmark of haute horlogerie, a poetic and technically demanding feature traditionally reserved for timepieces of sober classical aesthetics. Farer, however, has never been one to simply follow tradition.
Following the success of their cushion-cased Moonphase models, the brand has dramatically elevated its collection with the introduction of the new Farer Stratton Moonphase Watch, a timepiece that blends deep geological beauty with vibrant, exclusive horological craft.
The Stratton immediately announces its luxury credentials with a bold case execution. Taking inspiration from the ancient association between gold and celestial tracking, the watch features a steel case treated with a sophisticated gold PVD finish. This warm, rich hue provides the perfect setting for the main attraction: the dial. Farer has chosen a stone dial cut from black Eisenkiesel, a type of quartz whose German name—translating to “iron pebble”—references the distinctive, naturally occurring veins of golden-brown iron compounds that run through the mineral.
This natural marbling ensures that no two Stratton dials are ever identical, giving each of the limited pieces a truly unique and personalised identity. The organic pattern and the golden striations make it the ideal, luxurious canvas for their first gold-hued Moonphase.
Named in honour of Frederick Stratton—a decorated First World War veteran, noted mathematician, and Professor of Astrophysics who directed the Solar Physics Observatory at Cambridge—the watch pays tribute to the marriage of science and exploration. And the moonphase disc itself is an exemplary piece of craft.
Painstakingly hand-painted in Switzerland, it features highly unusual luminous golden moons. This golden Super-LumiNova is a proprietary shade, developed by Farer specifically with lume experts Tritec for this very watch. This commitment to detail ensures the complication not only complements the watch’s golden theme during the day but also provides an ethereal, unmatched glow in the dark.
Legibility is guaranteed by a crisp white minute track and a blend of Lumicast markers—a mix of ceramic and Super-LumiNova—in batons and numerals, paired with sharp, polished lance hands. Powering this artistry is a Swiss Made Sellita SW288-1 M Elaboré Grade movement.
Farer has customised this 18-jewel, 28,800 vph calibre with a bespoke, embossed patterned bridge and distinguished blue screws, visible to the keen-eyed collector. The manual winding movement offers a practical 45-hour power reserve and features both hacking seconds and a quickset date and moonphase display.
With its striking blend of warm gold tones, the unique natural patterns of the Eisenkiesel dial, and the mechanical intrigue of its hand-wound heart, the Stratton exudes the luxury traditionally associated with this complication.
Farer has announced a limited run of only 150 units will be produced, with the initial batch consisting of 75 pieces, ensuring this distinctive timepiece remains a rare and sought-after object for discerning collectors.
