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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto
MSRP $1,400

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto41mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto60m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto$1,400

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Pilot
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
48mm
Water Resistance
100m
60m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
DLC
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Sellita SW220-1
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$1,400

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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 Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto is praised for its durable construction, featuring a sandblasted steel case with improved lugs, a bi-directional bezel with excellent action, and 100m water resistance. Owners appreciate the constant visibility provided by self-illuminating tritium gas tubes and the precision of its ETA F06.412 quartz movement, which offers accuracy to about 10 seconds per year. The watch includes a GMT bezel for dual timekeeping and a synthetic sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto highly for its robust tool-watch design and reliable tritium illumination.

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