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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsCIGA Design HUNTER

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
HUNTER
CIGA DesignHUNTER
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
HUNTER43mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
HUNTER40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
HUNTER30m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
HUNTER$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Skeleton
Diameter
36mm
43mm
Thickness
8.4mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Carbon

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
CD-07
Type
Solar
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

CIGA Design HUNTER

The CIGA Design HUNTER is widely seen as a visually impressive skeleton watch that offers an expensive aesthetic for its price. Owners find the CIGA Design HUNTER weighty but fun, and reviewers highlight its well-executed skeletonization and excellent case integration. However, legibility is a common concern, with one owner noting minimal anti-reflective coating and another pointing out the hands' lume application is lacking. The movement is described as loud by one reviewer, and a significant durability issue was reported by an owner whose watch stopped ticking within a day. The CIGA Design HUNTER features a Grade 5 titanium case with crisp finishing. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the CIGA Design HUNTER for its striking skeletonized design and premium case finishing at an accessible price point, though concerns exist regarding legibility and movement noise.

From video reviewers

The CIGA Design HUNTER's unique layered case with an industrial skeleton aesthetic gives it a futuristic look. A notable weakness is the integrated stainless steel H-link bracelet's noticeable rattle, which may be a drawback for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer considering the custom, in-house movement impressive at the price point, while another suggests the price is higher than some competitors without a clear justification.

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