Lum-Tec Solar MarinevsVaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker
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Measurements
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Solar Marine
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
lowest
46mm
Thickness
10.7mm
lowest
12.7mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
MSRP
$463
$349
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Solar
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Lum-Tec Solar Marine for its all-black diver design, excellent lume, and rugged, tank-like build. This 39mm watch is noted as a great smaller option, fitting a 7-inch wrist perfectly and suitable for extensive water activities. One owner cautions that the PVD coating may wear and chip within a year. On balance, owners rate the Lum-Tec Solar Marine highly for its rugged build and excellent lume in a compact dive watch package.
The Vaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker is praised for its 38mm case size. Owners appreciate the inclusion of three Topo-designed straps and an accessory case. The watch is powered by a solar-powered Epson quartz movement, noted as a solid workhorse. Overall, owners rate the Vaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker highly for its compact sizing and included accessories.
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