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Ikepod KawsvsVaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

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Kaws
IkepodKaws
MSRP $29,700
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Kaws44mm
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Power Reserve
Kaws40h
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Water Resistance
Kaws100m
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
MSRP
Kaws$29,700
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
44mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
40mm Solar

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$29,700
$349

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What people say

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Ikepod Kaws

Owners are divided on the Ikepod Kaws, with some finding its design akin to a toy watch and questioning its artistic merit, while others appreciate it specifically as a Kaws collaboration, though some still feel the execution could be improved. One owner describes the watch as having a meaningless collaboration and poor execution, looking like a toy and being terrible, while another finds the Kaws aesthetic worse on a watch. On balance, the consensus among owners is that the Ikepod Kaws is a polarizing piece, with its appeal largely dependent on individual appreciation for the Kaws artistic style.

Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

The Vaer Tactical Field is praised for its robust build, 100m water resistance, and a domed sapphire crystal with AR coating. Owners consistently highlight its exceptional, long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova lume and thin profile that wears well without snagging on sleeves. Some owners note the second hand may occasionally miss indicators due to hand-assembly, but consider it a minor issue for a watch that keeps perfect time. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price.

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