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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
38mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Miyota 6T33
Type
Solar
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$888

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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.

Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

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