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Seiko Prospex LX linevsVaer Field

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Prospex LX line
SeikoProspex LX line
MSRP $6,500
Field
VaerField
MSRP $329
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Seiko Prospex LX line

Owners widely report the Seiko Prospex LX line's finishing is a step up from other models, with a case that sits well on the wrist, and some praise the green sunburst dial with blue anti-reflective sapphire crystal as phenomenal. However, owners note the high MSRP limited sales, with some desiring smaller cases and a reduced price, and others experienced quality control issues such as detached second hands and peeling DLC coating, leading to concerns about fragility. On balance, owners feel the Seiko Prospex LX line was discontinued due to pricing that alienated its target market, despite its attractive dial.

Vaer Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Field's wearability, citing its slim 10.4mm thickness and 40mm case size. Reviewers and owners alike commend the crisp dial and excellent C3 SuperLuminova lume, with one owner noting it is "crazy bright." The Miyota 9015 movement is reported by one owner to run at +6 seconds per day. Some owners find the date window on older models to be a design flaw, and the lug hole placement can create a gap with standard straps. The $549 price is considered a hard sell by some, with others feeling it offers less value than established brands. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Field highly for its comfortable, slim case and bright lume at its price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex LX line44.8mm
Field40mm
Power Reserve
Prospex LX line72h
Field40h
Water Resistance
Prospex LX line300m
Field100m
MSRP
Prospex LX line$6,500
Field$329

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
44.8mm
40mm
Thickness
15.7mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.9mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
5R65
Miyota 9015
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
30
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,500
$329
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