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Vaer C5 Recon Field SolarvsZelos Spearfish GMT

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C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329
Spearfish GMT
ZelosSpearfish GMT
MSRP $999

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Spearfish GMT40mm
Power Reserve
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Spearfish GMT40h
Water Resistance
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
Spearfish GMT200m
MSRP
C5 Recon Field Solar$329
Spearfish GMT$999

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Thickness
10.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
40mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Frost

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$329
$999

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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.

Zelos Spearfish GMT

The Zelos Spearfish GMT is widely praised for its exceptional value, with reviewers highlighting its superb finishing, flawless machining, and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp that exceeds its price point. It features a La Joux-Perret G100 movement with a 68-hour power reserve, achieving an average accuracy of +2.6 seconds per day, or a Miyota 9075 movement offering flier-style GMT functionality. The 40mm case and bidirectional 48-click ceramic bezel are well-executed, though one reviewer noted a minor compromise in the end link fit. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish GMT highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition.

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