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Astor + Banks ChronovsVaer Calendar Field

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
Calendar Field
VaerCalendar Field
MSRP $189

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
Calendar Field36mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
Calendar Field40h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
Calendar Field100m
MSRP
Chrono$575
Calendar Field$189

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
44mm
36mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$189

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

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