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Boldr Field MedicvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Field Medic
BoldrField Medic
MSRP $299
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Field Medic38mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Field Medic40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Field Medic200m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Field Medic$299
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
12.2mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
I
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$279

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What people say

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Boldr Field Medic

Owners widely praise the Boldr Field Medic for its lightweight titanium case, robust build, and functional pulsometer, often highlighting its value and suitability for medical professionals. The watch is described as a solid tool watch with a crisp finish, 200m water resistance, and sapphire crystal, with some owners finding it a versatile and well-built piece that rivals more established brands. The lume is noted as visually striking but not long-lasting, and the pulsometer is seen by some as a unique decorative element or occasionally handy tool. Some owners find the watch wears small, and a few prefer a continuously running seconds hand over the pulsometer's timer function. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Field Medic highly for its practical design and robust construction at its price point.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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