Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38vsVaer Field
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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.
The Olmsted 38
Field
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
lowest
48mm
Thickness
10.8mm
10.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
$1,775
$329
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 9015
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
6 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 is praised for its sharp, stealthy aesthetic and excellent wearability at 38mm, featuring a durable ceramic-coated stainless steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its value at $1,475, which includes two strap options and a watch wallet. On balance, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 highly for its modern, aggressive design and strong value proposition.
The Olmsted 38 features tightly executed tolerances and an ultra-fine level of finishing. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.
Owners widely praise the Vaer Field's excellent finishing and quality for its price, with many finding its 40mm case dimensions perfect for wearability and its C3 SuperLuminova lume exceptionally bright. Some owners report the Miyota 9015 movement runs accurately at +6 seconds per day, while others note the second hand may occasionally miss indicators due to hand assembly. The $549 price is considered a hard sell by some, with customer service and long shipping times also flagged as drawbacks. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Field highly for its durable, comfortable design and bright lume at the price.
The solar movement and American assembly are key strengths. Lume performance is a point of contention among reviewers.
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