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Marloe Watch Company AtlanticvsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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Atlantic
Marloe Watch CompanyAtlantic
MSRP $888
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Atlantic43mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Atlantic45h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Atlantic100m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Atlantic$888
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
15mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Lume
BGW9 Superluminova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NE88A
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
34
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$888
$329

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What people say

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Marloe Watch Company Atlantic

Marloe Watch Company Atlantic owners praise its case design and execution, highlighting curved lugs and a domed sapphire crystal that enhances the bezel's appearance. The lume is described as solid, and the bezel action is crisp and well-aligned. One owner notes the watch is "pretty chunky" and at the upper limit of their preferred size range, while another suggests the metal bracelet's end links could integrate better with the case. On balance, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Atlantic highly for its distinctive case execution and well-executed bezel.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

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