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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Thickness
8.4mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
DLC
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$1,450

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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.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Owners widely praise the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz for its tool-like aesthetic, bright tritium lume, and satisfying bezel action, making it enjoyable to handle and use. One owner finds the 36mm case comfortable after an initial adjustment period, while another reports accuracy within a few seconds of atomic time. On balance, owners rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its superb value and enjoyable tool-watch characteristics.

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