Side by side

Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsMarloe Watch Company Solent Timer

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Add a watch

Some links are affiliate links — lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

From video reviewers

USA assembly is a key strength. The solar movement's appeal and the high-beat movement are points of disagreement.

Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer for its beautiful design and perceived quality, with excellent packaging noted as a positive. One owner reports the included strap may be too large for wrists under 7 inches. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting their GMT runs a tad fast. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer highly for its aesthetic appeal and quality feel.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Solent Timer42mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
Solent Timer40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
Solent Timer100m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
Solent Timer$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Sport
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
8.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Lume
None
Natulite

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Miyota 9039
Type
Solar
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$399
Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

DiscussionNot started
Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.