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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition42mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition100m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition$2,400

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
8.4mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
49.6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
DLC
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
5X83
Type
Solar
Quartz
Jewels
25
14

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$2,400

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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.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition

The Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition is praised for its retro design, balanced 42mm case, good finishing, and sapphire crystal. It is powered by the calibre 8R48, featuring a column wheel and vertical clutch, and offers 100m water resistance. Some find its 45-hour power reserve short compared to modern alternatives, and the date window placement is a point of discussion. The solar-powered variant is noted for its compact proportions and character, though some desire thinner cases and improved bracelet micro-adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the SPEEDTIMER's vintage-inspired aesthetics and solid build, with critiques focusing on power reserve and minor functional details.

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