Vaer Ameriquartz 36mmvsMilitado Military Vintage Field 369 Dial

Ref. militado-38mm-military-watch-vintage-field-watch-369-dial-ml08·MSRP $69
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Measurements
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Ameriquartz 36mm

Military Vintage Field 369 Dial
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
44.5mm
lowest
Thickness
9.4mm
lowest
10.2mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$299
$69
lowest
Movement
Miyota 2035
VH31/VH65
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Vaer Ameriquartz 36mm is widely praised for its great timekeeping, US assembly, and approachable price point. Owners appreciate its classic design, handsome appearance, and good finishing, with one noting the lume on the hands is half as bright as on the dial while another reports bright lume on the hands. The 36mm case size is favored by some for its proportions, and the satin brushing is noted to match well with a bracelet. The silicone strap is described as comfortable, and the watch is considered durable enough for activities like snorkeling. However, one owner found it to be the worst quartz watch they had experienced and expressed dissatisfaction with customer service. Opinions on the bracelet are mixed, with one owner finding it less desirable than a Traska bracelet. The blue-tinged reflectivity of the domed crystal is a point of dislike for one owner, and the aesthetic is not considered groundbreaking.
Militado 38mm Military Watch Vintage Field Watch 369 Dial ML08 owners praise the clean, no-nonsense 369 dial and the appeal of the quartz movement and 38mm size for daily wear. One owner finds the blue lume exceeds expectations and is above normal. The watch wears almost identically to other field watches, with a negligible height difference. Some owners wish the case had crown guards, and one reviewer considers the anti-reflective coating poor for the price. Overall, owners rate the Militado 38mm Military Watch Vintage Field Watch 369 Dial ML08 highly for its appealing dial and daily wearability, despite minor criticisms regarding the AR coating and lack of crown guards.
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