Farer Barnwell Pilot Series II: A Subtle, Refined Pilot’s Watch Review
The Farer Barnwell Pilot Series II offers a restrained take on the pilot’s watch, pairing a Type B dial, lozenge hands and oversized minute track with a warm brown dial, orange accents and a sky-blue minute scale. Its matte, 40mm titanium case has a burnished brown PVD coating that delivers bronze-like colour without patina or extra weight; compact proportions, a comfortable suede strap and 100m water resistance make it practical for everyday wear. Inside, a soft-iron Faraday cage protects the automatic Sellita SW300-1 Elaboré movement to 500 Gauss. The calibre runs at 28,800 vibrations per hour and provides a 56-hour power reserve. Priced at £1,350, the watch sits between field and pilot styles, offering aviation-inspired design without the usual oversized, costume-like look.
Buying Time Analysis: The Barnwell offers a restrained, wearable alternative to conventional pilot watches, pairing aviation heritage with lightweight titanium, practical durability, and a Swiss automatic movement.
