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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
8.4mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
DLC
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Miyota 9015
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$679

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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.

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto for its classic aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and well-executed 120-click bezel with minimal back play. Reviewers highlight the anodized aluminum bezel insert, lyre lugs, sword hands, and gold accents on the blue sunburst dial as contributing to its old-school charm, making it a great companion for desk diving with comfortable strap options and quick-release spring bars. One owner specifically noted satisfaction with the 42mm variant's premium steel bracelet featuring a tool-less micro-adjust clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto highly for its classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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