Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm)vsVaer Tactical 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.
Dirty Dozen (40mm)
Tactical Field
Diameter
36mm
36mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43mm
lowest
Thickness
9.4mm
8.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$199
$199
Movement
Miyota 2035
Miyota 2035
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm) is widely praised by owners for its thin case design and flat wearability, complemented by well-proportioned lugs. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm) highly for its comfortable, slim profile and attractive case design.
The matte blasted case finish is a notable strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.
Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field for its excellent value and build quality for the price, with its 36mm case and thin profile making it highly wearable. The C3 SuperLuminova lume is consistently described as exceptionally bright and long-lasting, and the watch is considered a reliable beater for outdoor activities and rough work. Some owners note that the second hand may occasionally miss markers due to hand assembly, and one user found the rubber straps to have sharp edges. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its robust build and impressive lume at an accessible price point.
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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