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Formex Field AutomaticvsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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Field Automatic
FormexField Automatic
MSRP $881
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239
What people say

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Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Field Automatic40mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
Field Automatic41h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Field Automatic150m
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
Field Automatic$881
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
46mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Ash Grey
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$881
$239
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