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

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz
MSRP $1,300

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz41mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz60m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz$1,300

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
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$1,300

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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 Quartz

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz is widely praised for its high-accuracy Swiss Made ETA F06.412 HeavyDrive-PreciDrive quartz movement, rated at +/- 10 seconds per year, and its tritium lume. Reviewers and owners highlight its functional tool-watch appeal, noting the sandblasted steel case with an asymmetric design, excellent bi-directional bezel action, and drilled lug holes. Some owners find it perfectly suited for sport/rugged use, though not necessarily as an everyday watch. One owner points out that the case's distinctive asymmetry deviates from current aesthetic trends. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz highly for its robust build and exceptional timekeeping accuracy at its price point.

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