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Orient Classic WatchvsVaer Korean Field Solar

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What people say

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Orient Classic Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished look suitable for suits, and classy signed crown. The modern 40mm case size and retro styling are appreciated, allowing it to blend well with any outfit without being ostentatious. The crown is not screw-down but operates smoothly. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, ideal suit watch that they would buy again.

Vaer Korean Field Solar

The Vaer Korean Field Solar is praised for its practical solar quartz movement, legible dial, and 36mm proportions. Reviewers note its utilitarian design inspired by 1950s A-17 timepieces and USA assembly for under $200. Accuracy is rated at -10/+20 seconds per month. One owner found the lume lacking and short-lived, while another reported issues with lug hole placement and flaking lume on a sibling model. A different owner in the line found the hour hand too long and the screw-down crown operation could be smoother. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Vaer Korean Field Solar for its accessible price point and practical solar quartz movement.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Watch40mm
Korean Field Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Classic Watch40h
Korean Field Solar
Water Resistance
Classic Watch100m
Korean Field Solar100m
MSRP
Classic Watch$245
Korean Field Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
11.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
USA 36mm

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Orient F6722
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
22
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$245
$299
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