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Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition IIvsVaer Tactical Field

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Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition II

Owners widely praise the Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition II for its striking meteorite dial and clean, Bauhaus design, with one owner stating it holds up well and is comparable to a $1,500 watch, losing only about four minutes per year. However, some owners report sharp edges causing discomfort and difficulty removing strap pins or bracelet links. Opinions are split on whether it is a fashion watch or suitable for daily wear. One owner finds the chronograph minutes difficult to read for practical use. On balance, owners rate the Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition II highly for its Bauhaus design and meteorite dial, despite some concerns about sharp edges and legibility.

Vaer Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronograph Solar – Edition II42.5mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Chronograph Solar – Edition II
Tactical Field
Water Resistance
Chronograph Solar – Edition II50m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Chronograph Solar – Edition II$369
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
42.5mm
36mm
Thickness
0mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
43mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
36mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$369
$199
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