Bertucci A-6A ExperiorvsVaer Calendar Field

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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-6A Experior at true scale

A-6A Experior

Vaer Calendar Field at true scale

Calendar Field

Diameter

40mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

43mm

Thickness

n/a

8.4mm

Water Resistance

n/a

100m

MSRP

$155

lowest

$189

Movement

Quartz

Miyota 2035

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
n/a
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
43mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Anodized aluminum (Unibody™)
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$155
$189
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Reviews

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

Bertucci A-6A Experior

Owners widely report the Bertucci A-6A Experior is comfortable and offers good lume, with some appreciating its readability and color combination, and consider it worth its $120 price point. However, the aluminum case's long-term durability is a concern for some, and the seconds hand alignment is not always perfect. The watch's height, lug-to-lug, and dial design are polarizing, with some finding it appealing and others likening it to a child's watch. One owner discarded the watch after the battery died, finding the replacement process difficult. Overall, owners rate the Bertucci A-6A Experior positively for its comfort and value, despite some polarizing design elements and durability questions.

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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