Bertucci DX3 PlusvsMilitado VH31 Vintage Field Watch ML05 24hours Black Dial

Ref. militado-vh31-vintage-field-watch-ml05-24hours-black-dial·MSRP $53
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Measurements
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DX3 Plus

VH31 Vintage Field Watch ML05 24hours Black Dial
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Thickness
n/a
10.5mm
Water Resistance
n/a
100m
MSRP
$75
$53
lowest
Movement
Quartz
Seiko VH31
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Bertucci DX3 Plus for its durability and value, with many noting its ability to withstand rigorous use and remain scratch-free. The watch is appreciated for its legible, utilitarian design and lightweight, fiber-reinforced case. Some owners report inconsistent quality control, specifically a "stuttering" second hand, though others find it keeps excellent time with a stated accuracy of ±15 seconds per month. One owner experienced a battery issue requiring repair. Overall, owners rate the Bertucci DX3 Plus highly for its robust build and utilitarian appeal at its price point.
Militado VH31 Vintage Field Watch ML05 24hours Black Dial owners widely praise its exceptional value, citing the sapphire crystal with AR coating, screw-down crown, C3 lume, and 100m water resistance for around $33-$45. The 38mm sandblasted case is noted as comfortable and ideal for manual labor, though one owner found the 47.5mm lug-to-lug measurement larger than expected. The Seiko VH31 mecha-quartz movement is appreciated for its accuracy, keeping time within 1 second per month. Overall, owners rate the Militado VH31 Vintage Field Watch ML05 24hours Black Dial highly for its robust build and impressive feature set at its price point.
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