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Makydo Makydo 38vsVaer Korean Field Solar

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What people say

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Makydo 38

Owners widely praise the Makydo 38 for its excellent finishing and comfortable wearability as a daily watch. The mosaic dial and leather watch roll are noted as distinctive inclusions. However, some question its value proposition at the stated price point, and one owner reported a negative customer service experience; opinion on the asymmetrical case shape is split, with some finding it interesting and classy while others are less convinced. Overall, owners rate the Makydo 38 highly for its finishing quality and practical daily-wear comfort, though pricing remains a point of contention in the community.

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

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Makydo 3838mm
Korean Field Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Makydo 38
Korean Field Solar
Water Resistance
Makydo 38150m
Korean Field Solar100m
MSRP
Makydo 38$354
Korean Field Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
13.2mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
43mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
USA 36mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$354
$299
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