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Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition OxfordvsVaer Tactical Field

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Naos Automatik Edition Oxford
SternglasNaos Automatik Edition Oxford
MSRP $701
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford38mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford42h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford50m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford$701
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
9mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.4mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
36mm

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$199

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What people say

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Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition Oxford

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition Oxford for its elegant Bauhaus design, particularly the "Alabaster" dial described as a warm grey, beige, or silver, and its well-proportioned handset with distinctive red accents. The compact lugs and sapphire crystal are also highlighted as positive design elements contributing to its wearability. However, some owners find the movement audible and the small crown difficult to grip, making winding and setting inconvenient. One owner noted the finishing is not comparable to higher-end brands. On balance, owners rate the Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition Oxford highly for its attractive, affordable Bauhaus aesthetic and versatile wearability.

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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