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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsFortis Flieger F-39 Werk 7

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
Flieger F-39 Werk 7
FortisFlieger F-39 Werk 7
MSRP $4,510

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Flieger F-39 Werk 739mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Flieger F-39 Werk 738h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
Flieger F-39 Werk 7200m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
Flieger F-39 Werk 7$4,510

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Pilot
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Werk 7 (Manufacture)
Type
Solar
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$4,510

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What people say

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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

The Vaer Tactical Field is praised for its robust build, 100m water resistance, and a domed sapphire crystal with AR coating. Owners consistently highlight its exceptional, long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova lume and thin profile that wears well without snagging on sleeves. Some owners note the second hand may occasionally miss indicators due to hand-assembly, but consider it a minor issue for a watch that keeps perfect time. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price.

Fortis Flieger F-39 Werk 7

The Fortis Flieger is widely praised for its superb readability, robust build quality, and phenomenal fit and finish, with reviewers noting the practical Type-A dial and utilitarian design. The F-39 models are noted to wear large due to their lug-to-lug distance, and the UW-30 movement offers a 38-hour power reserve, while other variants feature a 70-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers highlight the Fortis Flieger's modern, stylish take on pilot's watches, balancing legibility with unique aesthetics.

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