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Boldr Globetrotter GMTvsVaer Korean Field Solar

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Boldr Globetrotter GMT

The Boldr Globetrotter GMT is praised for its legibility and finishing, featuring applied Super-LumiNova indices and sword hands on a matte black or sunburst blue dial. Reviewers highlight the ceramic bezel's sharp city markings and tight, smooth ratcheting action. The 44mm 316L stainless steel case exhibits a non-traditional design with radial and vertical brushing.

Vaer Korean Field Solar

The Vaer Korean Field Solar is praised for its practical solar quartz movement, legible dial, and 36mm proportions. Reviewers note its utilitarian design inspired by 1950s A-17 timepieces and USA assembly for under $200. Accuracy is rated at -10/+20 seconds per month. One owner found the lume lacking and short-lived, while another reported issues with lug hole placement and flaking lume on a sibling model. A different owner in the line found the hour hand too long and the screw-down crown operation could be smoother. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Vaer Korean Field Solar for its accessible price point and practical solar quartz movement.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Globetrotter GMT40mm
Korean Field Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Globetrotter GMT
Korean Field Solar
Water Resistance
Globetrotter GMT200m
Korean Field Solar100m
MSRP
Globetrotter GMT$469
Korean Field Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
GMT Banff
USA 36mm
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34 GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$299
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