Bertucci A-3PS Solar FieldvsElliot Brown ARNE: 606-004

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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-3PS Solar Field at true scale

A-3PS Solar Field

Elliot Brown ARNE: 606-004 at true scale

ARNE: 606-004

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

n/a

11.4mm

Water Resistance

n/a

100m

MSRP

$195

lowest

$450

Movement

Solar

Ronda 713

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Fiber reinforced polycarbonate (Unibody)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
R-Type (scratch resistant)
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Ronda 713
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195
$450
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Reviews

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Bertucci A-3PS Solar Field

Owners widely praise the Bertucci A-3PS Solar Field for its exceptional lightness, durability, and grab-and-go convenience, with some reporting it as the ultimate field watch for rough use like diving and farming. The solar power feature is a welcome addition for many, and the "inky" dial offers excellent legibility. However, some owners report issues with the solar charging mechanism failing, and one owner found the battery difficult to replace. Lume is described as average to not great by some, and the titanium case can be prone to marking. The Bertucci A-3PS Solar Field retails for $195. On balance, owners rate the Bertucci A-3PS Solar Field highly for its rugged build and solar functionality, despite some isolated reports of charging issues.

Elliot Brown ARNE: 606-004

Owners praise the solid construction and over-engineering of the Elliot Brown ARNE: 606-004, noting its 40mm case size is a comfortable fit for many, though some criticize its 52mm lug-to-lug measurement. The Ronda 713 quartz movement is considered inexpensive by some, despite praise for its anti-shock system. On balance, owners rate the Elliot Brown ARNE: 606-004 positively for its robust build quality at the price point.

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