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Bremont The Meta KronosvsVaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

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The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Meta Kronos40mm
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Power Reserve
The Meta Kronos40h
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Water Resistance
The Meta Kronos30m
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
MSRP
The Meta Kronos$3,145
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
13mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
40mm Solar

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,145
$349

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What people say

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Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

The Vaer Tactical Field is praised for its robust build, 100m water resistance, and a domed sapphire crystal with AR coating. Owners consistently highlight its exceptional, long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova lume and thin profile that wears well without snagging on sleeves. Some owners note the second hand may occasionally miss indicators due to hand-assembly, but consider it a minor issue for a watch that keeps perfect time. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price.

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