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Vaer C5 Recon Field SolarvsTraska Venturer GMT

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C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329
Venturer GMT
TraskaVenturer GMT
MSRP $785

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Venturer GMT40mm
Power Reserve
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Venturer GMT42h
Water Resistance
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
Venturer GMT150m
MSRP
C5 Recon Field Solar$329
Venturer GMT$785

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Thickness
10.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$329
$785

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Traska Venturer GMT

Owners widely praise the Traska Venturer GMT for its slim, wearable 38.5mm case and comfortable Oyster-style bracelet featuring an excellent micro-adjustment system. Reviewers highlight its outstanding build quality for the price, crisp glossy white lacquered dial, and reliable flyer GMT functionality powered by the Miyota 9075 movement. One owner finds the Traska Venturer GMT a versatile watch suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Venturer GMT highly for its exceptional value and wearability.

From video reviewers

The Traska Venturer GMT has a notable movement with the Sellita SW330-1 caliber, praised for its accuracy and reliability. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's most notable feature, with one highlighting the independently adjustable hour hand for quickly adapting to a new timezone, and the other praising the movement's accuracy and reliability.

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