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Redux Zero-HourvsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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Zero-Hour
ReduxZero-Hour
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zero-Hour39mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Zero-Hour41h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Zero-Hour200m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Zero-Hour
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
13.7mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
48mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$329

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What people say

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Redux Zero-Hour

Owners widely praise the Redux Courg Type 39MM for its robust, no-nonsense design and good overall quality, with a reliable Seiko NH53A movement keeping time well. The titanium case and crystal have shown scratch resistance, and the bezel action is described as tight by some. Reviewers note the proprietary RDXB1 or blue lume glows brilliantly, though briefly. Some owners flag the crown stem as flimsy and the unidirectional bezel as having some play. Overall, owners rate the Redux Courg Type 39MM highly for its functional tool-watch design and durable titanium construction.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

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