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Galo Super200 Dark EditionvsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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Super200 Dark Edition
GaloSuper200 Dark Edition
MSRP $488
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Super200 Dark Edition39mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Super200 Dark Edition42h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Super200 Dark Edition200m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Super200 Dark Edition$488
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Oil pressed, circular brushed (black)
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Texture
Oil pressed
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$488
$329

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What people say

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Galo Super200 Dark Edition

Owners widely praise the Galo Super200 Dark Edition for its design and value, with one owner noting the Miyota 9039 movement and lume on the crown. Some community members observe its resemblance to other dive watches, and one owner finds the "3" marker disrupts the dial layout, though an alternative dial is available. Overall, owners rate the Galo Super200 Dark Edition highly for its perceived value and distinct design elements.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

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