Militado VH31 Vintage Military Watch ML05 Black PVDvsUBIQ TREK

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Militado VH31 Vintage Military Watch ML05 Black PVD at true scale

VH31 Vintage Military Watch ML05 Black PVD

UBIQ TREK at true scale

TREK

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

44mm

lowest

Thickness

10.5mm

lowest

11.1mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$60

lowest

$384

Movement

Seiko VH31

Seiko VH31

Case

3 specs
Thickness
10.5mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$60
$384
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Reviews

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Militado VH31 Vintage Military Watch ML05 Black PVD

Owners widely praise the Militado VH31 Vintage Military Watch ML05 Black PVD for its exceptional value, citing its sapphire crystal, C3 lume, sandblasted case, and 100m water resistance. The 38mm size is frequently highlighted as a key strength, contributing to its wearability and "go anywhere, do anything" appeal. The Seiko VH31 quartz movement is also a point of admiration, with owners appreciating its smooth sweep and the overall build quality for the price. Some owners find the sandblasted finish less appealing than brushed alternatives, and one reviewer suggests the PVD coating helps mitigate the perceived long lug-to-lug distance. Overall, owners rate the Militado VH31 Vintage Military Watch ML05 Black PVD highly for its robust build and outstanding value as a daily wear field watch.

UBIQ TREK

The UBIQ TREK is widely praised for its lightweight titanium construction and comfortable 38mm size, making it a versatile and appealing option for many wearers. Owners consistently highlight the attractive dial designs and bold colorways, with particular enthusiasm for the full lume dials on certain variants and the unique orange and green options. The watch's grab-and-go convenience, quartz accuracy, and sub-$400 price point are also frequently cited as significant strengths. One owner notes that the bracelet snagged arm hairs, though its micro-adjustment was effective. Another owner finds the lume blocks difficult to differentiate from the dial once faded due to a lack of black outlining. Overall, owners rate the UBIQ TREK highly for its excellent value and striking design.

From video reviewers

The full lume dial is exceptionally luminous. The titanium case is lightweight and comfortable.

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