ARES Field-1 Mission Timer Lithium-Ion QuartzvsTAG Heuer Aquaracer

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

ARES Field-1 Mission Timer Lithium-Ion Quartz at true scale

Field-1 Mission Timer Lithium-Ion Quartz

TAG Heuer Aquaracer at true scale

Aquaracer

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

49.5mm

n/a

Thickness

13.3mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$795

lowest

$3,100

Movement

715Li

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
13.3mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
Steel Fine-Brushed/Polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
715Li
n/a
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Big Date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$3,100
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Reviews

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

ARES Field-1 Mission Timer Lithium-Ion Quartz

Owners widely praise the ARES FIELD-1 Mission Timer Lithium-Ion Quartz for its outstanding timekeeping from the thermo-compensated Swiss quartz movement and exceptionally bright lume. The watch is described as a bulletproof Mission Timer with a lifetime warranty. One owner notes the use of Swiss quartz parts and US assembly. Overall, owners rate the ARES FIELD-1 Mission Timer Lithium-Ion Quartz highly for its reliable accuracy and robust build.

TAG Heuer Aquaracer

Owners widely praise the TAG Heuer Aquaracer for its value, durability, and comfortable wearability, with many highlighting its well-executed finishing and legibility. The quartz movement is noted for its fuss-free nature and contribution to a lower price point when discounted, while some owners appreciate the accuracy of the automatic versions. The design language, including the wave dial and angular case, is considered masculine and modern, though some find it divisive. A specific criticism from owners is the second hand's occasional misalignment with minute markers, a trait attributed to the movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the TAG Heuer Aquaracer highly for its blend of practical luxury, versatile design, and robust build at its price point.