Timex Expedition CapstonevsVaer 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.

Timex Expedition Capstone at true scale

Expedition Capstone

Vaer Calendar Field at true scale

Calendar Field

Diameter

39mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

43mm

Thickness

10.5mm

8.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$139

lowest

$189

Movement

Quartz Analog

Miyota 2035

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
10.5mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
43mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Low Lead Brass
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral Glass
Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Quartz Analog
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$139
$189
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Reviews

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

Timex Expedition Capstone

The Timex Expedition Capstone is praised for its value, with one owner noting a price of $56 and another mentioning a 30% discount. Owners highlight its clear, crisp display showing day, full date, and time, along with easy-to-use, larger buttons and a flexible strap system. The 39mm case is described as fitting beautifully on smaller wrists and appearing well-proportioned on a 6.6-inch wrist, not feeling large. Some owners appreciate its IWC-inspired numerals and a sleek stainless steel case, with one calling it a keeper due to good lume. However, one owner is disappointed that its case is made of brass, a common characteristic of Timex watches, and another notes the lume fades quickly. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Timex Expedition Capstone highly for its value and clear, functional design.

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.