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Klokers Klok 08vsVaer Tradition

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What people say

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Klokers Klok 08

Owners praise the Klokers Klok 08's solid, clean build quality and unique time-telling system using rotating discs. Reviewers note its 39mm unisex case size and dial colors inspired by the 1960s, powered by a Swiss Ronda quartz movement. The patented strap-changing system is highlighted as a convenient feature, allowing the watch to be worn in multiple ways, including as a desk clock. One owner considers the original strap thin and more suited for women, and describes the packaging as cheap. Overall, owners and reviewers view the Klokers Klok 08 positively for its distinctive design and versatile wearability.

Vaer Tradition

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tradition for its wearable 36mm size, fitting smaller wrists well and offering a vintage aesthetic. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its excellent finishing, smooth screw-down crown, and bright lume. However, some owners express dissatisfaction with the stainless steel bracelet's end links, finding them awkward, and one owner reported receiving the wrong size watch. A few users noted dust inside their watches, and the single-domed sapphire crystal's reflectivity was a point of criticism for one owner, while another found the "American Assembly" text awkward. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tradition highly for its vintage-inspired design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Klok 0839mm
Tradition36mm
Power Reserve
Klok 08
Tradition
Water Resistance
Klok 08
Tradition100m
MSRP
Klok 08$445
Tradition$179

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
10mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Tan

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$445
$179
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