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Sternglas Marus 2.0vsVaer Tactical Field

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Marus 2.0
SternglasMarus 2.0
MSRP $593
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marus 2.041mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Marus 2.041h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
Marus 2.0200m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Marus 2.0$593
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
14mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
36mm
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$593
$199

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What people say

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Sternglas Marus 2.0

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Marus 2.0 for its well-built, heavy case and excellent bezel action, which is considered superior to some competitors. Reviewers note the refined case and luminous dial markers, while the green dial stands out from other divers. The Seiko NH35A movement offers accuracy ranging from -20/+40 seconds per day. One reviewer desired a slightly larger screw-down crown. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus 2.0 highly for its robust build and standout dial at its price point.

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.

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