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Spinnaker Tesei Bronze SwissvsVaer Tactical Field

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Tesei Bronze Swiss
SpinnakerTesei Bronze Swiss
MSRP $850
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Tesei Bronze Swiss40h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
Tesei Bronze Swiss300m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Tesei Bronze Swiss$850
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
43mm
36mm
Thickness
16mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Bronze
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Green
36mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$850
$199

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What people say

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Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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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