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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
DLC
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Sellita SW300-1
Type
Solar
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$2,414

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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.

Formex Reef 42 mm

The Formex Reef 42 mm is widely praised for its comfortable bracelet featuring a micro-adjust clasp, COSC-certified Sellita movement, and excellent build quality. Owners appreciate the gradient dial's visual appeal and the overall wearability. Some owners note the seconds hand does not perfectly align with markers, and one owner found the lugs' taper hinders third-party strap fit. The bracelet's length and sporty design are noted as limiting versatility by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 42 mm highly for its impressive wearability and value at the price point.

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