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Spinnaker Dumas GMTvsVaer Tactical Field

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Dumas GMT
SpinnakerDumas GMT
MSRP $399
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Dumas GMT44mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Dumas GMT40h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
Dumas GMT300m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Dumas GMT$399
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
44mm
36mm
Thickness
15mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
36mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34A
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$199

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What people say

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Spinnaker Dumas GMT

Owners praise the Spinnaker Dumas GMT's satisfying lume, including on the crown, and good finishing, with one owner finding it wears well on a 17cm wrist. The watch features a Seiko NH34A GMT movement and a blue gradient dial. Reviewers note its 44mm diameter and 209g weight on the bracelet make it unsuitable for smaller wrists.

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.

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