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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsSeiko Essentials Quartz

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Essentials Quartz
SeikoEssentials Quartz
MSRP $335

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Essentials Quartz38.9mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Essentials Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Essentials Quartz100m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Essentials Quartz$335

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
36mm
38.9mm
Thickness
8.4mm
8.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
44.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
DLC
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
6N52
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$335

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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 Quartz

Seiko Essentials Quartz is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight wearability, particularly the titanium models on mesh which weigh only 50g. Owners highlight the thin 8.4mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance as key strengths. One owner noted the dark greenish dial was less impressive than a black alternative. The titanium bracelet's wider gaps due to its smaller center link drew criticism from one user. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its comfortable, lightweight titanium build and impressive specifications at its price point.

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