Militado Retro Field ML08vsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP0002 Quartz

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Measurements
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Retro Field ML08

Söhne SP0002 Quartz
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
lowest
48mm
Thickness
10.2mm
lowest
11mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
MSRP
$89
lowest
$99
Movement
VH31/VH65
Miyota 2115
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Militado 38mm VH31 Retro Field Watch ML08 for its exceptional value, with one owner calling it the perfect field watch at its sale price and ideal for daily wear. The watch features a clean, no-nonsense dial that is widely loved, a double-domed sapphire crystal with colorless AR coating, and a case with polished and brushed finishes. One owner notes the AR coating is poor for the price point, while another dislikes the cathedral hands but loves the dial. Overall, owners rate the Militado 38mm VH31 Retro Field Watch ML08 highly for its value and wearability as a daily quartz field watch.
Owners appreciate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0002 Quartz for its comfortable and light feel, stainless steel case, screw-down crown, and signed buckle and strap, with some finding the finishing acceptable for the price. One owner describes the quartz chronograph as "baller," noting its weighty feel and lack of sharp edges. However, one owner experienced significant shipping delays and unresponsive customer service when attempting to contact the company. On balance, owners view the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0002 Quartz positively for its value and satisfying a particular aesthetic desire.
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