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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsPraesidus A-5 UDT

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
A-5 UDT
PraesidusA-5 UDT
MSRP $645

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
A-5 UDT38mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
A-5 UDT40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
A-5 UDT200m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
A-5 UDT$645

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Miyota 9015
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$645

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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.

Praesidus A-5 UDT

The Praesidus A-5 UDT is noted for its historically inspired design, featuring an oversized crown cap and chain that pays homage to WW2 canteen watches. Reviewers highlight its functional dial with embossed, Super-LumiNova filled numerals and markers for legibility, alongside 200m water resistance and a 38mm brushed stainless steel case. Some owners find the 11.7mm thickness problematic, describing it as disproportionately tall. The watch's ana/digi functionality and connection to special operations forces are also praised. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Praesidus A-5 UDT for its unique historical design elements and functional dial.

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