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Astor + Banks AB ClásicovsVaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

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AB Clásico
Astor + BanksAB Clásico
MSRP $1,500
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
AB Clásico40mm
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Power Reserve
AB Clásico40h
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Water Resistance
AB Clásico50m
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
MSRP
AB Clásico$1,500
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
40mm Solar

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 6497-1
Miyota 2035
Type
Manual
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,500
$349

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What people say

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Astor + Banks AB Clásico

The Astor + Banks Silver is praised for its nice finishing on the case and dial, with a nice texture on the dial. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively slim, making it comfortable to wear. A weakness of the watch is its lume, which could be a bit brighter.

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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