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Vaer C5 Recon Field SolarvsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
C5 Recon Field Solar$329
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
10.4mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
41mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2070/2170

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$329
$218

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What people say

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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.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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