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Roue Cal Three / Cal FourvsVaer Tactical Field

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Cal Three / Cal Four
RoueCal Three / Cal Four
MSRP $210
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199
What people say

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Roue Cal Three / Cal Four

Owners praise the Roue Cal Three / Cal Four's unique grey-blue dial with yellow and orange accents and the distinctive look of its domed mineral glass. One owner found the 40mm case size and quality leather strap appealing, though noted the lugs were slightly taller than anticipated. However, one owner reported significant condensation and moisture ingress, with the company denying warranty service. The lack of a date window makes it less ideal as a daily wearer for some. On balance, owners appreciate the aesthetic appeal and value, despite isolated reports of water resistance issues and a lack of date functionality.

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.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Cal Three / Cal Four41.5mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Cal Three / Cal Four40h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
Cal Three / Cal Four50m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Cal Three / Cal Four$210
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
41.5mm
36mm
Thickness
9.8mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black and White
36mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2315
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$210
$199
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