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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsWilliam Wood Fearless

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
Fearless
William WoodFearless
MSRP $920

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Fearless39mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Fearless40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
Fearless100m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
Fearless$920

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
8.4mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
39mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Yellow

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Seiko NH35
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$920

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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.

William Wood Fearless

The William Wood Fearless is noted for its wearable 39mm case size and comfortable 45mm lug-to-lug, with a matte black ion-plated finish and colorful rehaut accents. Reviewers highlight its recycled fire hose strap and 100m water resistance, stemming from its firefighter heritage. The Seiko NH35 movement is considered accurate for its price point. On balance, reviewers find the William Wood Fearless to be a well-finished field watch with unique heritage elements.

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