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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsFerro Distinct 3

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Distinct 3
FerroDistinct 3
MSRP $455

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Distinct 348mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Distinct 340h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Distinct 350m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Distinct 3$455

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
36mm
48mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
DLC
Orange

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Ronda 715
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$455

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What people say

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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field for its lightweight versatility and interesting design, with one owner highlighting the brand's excellent customer service. Some owners report issues with marker alignment, specifically at the 12 o'clock position and the seconds hand not hitting markers precisely, though the company offered resolutions. One owner noted a crunchy winding action. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its lightweight versatility and interesting design.

Ferro Distinct 3

Owners widely praise the Ferro Distinct 3 for its improved screw-down crown and centered date complication. However, some find the watch too large, and one owner dislikes the dial for being busy, though the necessity of outer markers for single-hand legibility is noted. The flat sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflective coating, and the dial has no lume. One owner received an NH35A movement instead of the advertised Miyota 9015. Overall, owners appreciate the functional improvements and specific design choices of the Ferro Distinct 3, despite some concerns about size and dial clarity.

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