Bertucci A-2RA Retroform NATOvsWolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38

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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.

Bertucci A-2RA Retroform NATO at true scale

A-2RA Retroform NATO

Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 at true scale

Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.5mm

Thickness

n/a

12mm

Water Resistance

n/a

120m

MSRP

$185

lowest

$213

Movement

USA movement (5-year battery)

Seiko VH60

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Fiber-reinforced polycarbonate Unibody
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
120m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Duraform
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
USA movement (5-year battery)
Seiko VH60

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$185
$213
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Reviews

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

Bertucci A-2RA Retroform NATO

Owners praise the Bertucci A-2RA RETROFORM NATO for its good value, durability, and recognizable unique design rooted in classic field watches. The watch features a super cool strap and a domed crystal offering excellent clarity and resistance, with its lightweight polycarbonate case making it ideal for active use. Some owners note the 40mm case can wear thick on smaller wrists and that the fixed bars limit strap choices, though Bertucci's own NATOs are high quality. The quartz movement is functional, though one owner observed the second hand occasionally misses minute markers. Overall, owners rate the Bertucci A-2RA RETROFORM NATO highly for its ruggedness and uniqueness as a quartz beater watch.

Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 for its awesome finish, great looks, and bright, long-lasting lume. The 38mm case, 120m water resistance, and smooth 4-tick-per-second mecaquartz movement are also noted positively, with the Hesalite box crystal and beads of rice bracelet contributing to its vintage feel. Some owners find the 38mm case size too small for their preference, and the bracelet clasp is described as flimsy but acceptable for the price. The legible dial and pleasing "French Army Green" coloration are highlighted as successful military homages. On balance, owners rate the Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 highly for its vintage aesthetic and strong finishing at its price point.