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Praesidus Vince Speranza A-11vsVaer Tactical Field

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Vince Speranza A-11
PraesidusVince Speranza A-11
MSRP $359
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vince Speranza A-1142mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Vince Speranza A-1140h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
Vince Speranza A-11100m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Vince Speranza A-11$359
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
NH35
36mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$359
$199

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What people say

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Praesidus Vince Speranza A-11

Owners widely praise the Praesidus Vince Speranza A-11 for its vintage aesthetic, readable dial, and distinctive top-hat crystal. However, community members report mixed accuracy, with one owner experiencing a gain of 24 seconds per day and another noting the lume on the hands is disappointing. One owner experienced a broken crystal after a drop, though it was replaced by the brand. On balance, owners appreciate the Praesidus Vince Speranza A-11 for its vintage charm and unique crystal, despite some reservations about lume and timekeeping consistency.

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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