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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsSeiko Essentials Solar

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
36mm
30.5mm
Thickness
8.4mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
DLC
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
V115
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$375

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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 Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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