Slow Watches Round 40mmvsVaer Calendar 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.

Slow Watches Round 40mm at true scale

Round 40mm

Vaer Calendar Field at true scale

Calendar Field

Diameter

42.5mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

43mm

Thickness

8.3mm

lowest

8.4mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

n/a

$189

Movement

Ronda 515.24H

Miyota 2035

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42.5mm
36mm
Thickness
8.25mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
43mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515.24H
Miyota 2035
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$189
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Slow Watches Round 40mm

Owners widely appreciate the Slow Watches Slow Round 40mm for its unique, logo-free 24-hour dial and single hand, which encourages a mindful approach to time and prompts many comments. Some owners find the concept helps them focus on the entire day and enjoy the novelty, while others note it offers only approximate timekeeping in 15-minute increments. The watch is seen as an accessible, fun addition to a collection rather than a primary timepiece. One owner wishes the strap was nicer and notes the 24-hour format requires adjustment. The Ronda 515.24H quartz movement and direct-to-consumer model contribute to its accessible price point. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Slow Watches Slow Round 40mm for its conceptual design and mindfulness-promoting approach to time.

Vaer Calendar Field

The Vaer Calendar Field is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a clean, WWII-inspired dial, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. Owners consistently highlight its thin, comfortable 36mm case with nice brushing and phenomenal dial and hand design, considering it a significant step up in case finishing compared to other quartz field watches in its price range. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers and the lume is only serviceable, while one wishes for a brighter date window. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its design and build quality at the price point.