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Vaer Calendar FieldvsVaer Tradition

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Calendar Field
VaerCalendar Field
MSRP $189
Tradition
VaerTradition
MSRP $179

At a glance

3 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Calendar Field36mm
Tradition36mm
Power Reserve
Calendar Field40h
Tradition40h
Water Resistance
Calendar Field100m
Tradition100m
MSRP
Calendar Field$189
Tradition$179

Full specifications

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Tan

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$189
$179

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What people say

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Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

Vaer Tradition

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tradition for its wearable 36mm size, fitting smaller wrists well and offering a vintage aesthetic. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its excellent finishing, smooth screw-down crown, and bright lume. However, some owners express dissatisfaction with the stainless steel bracelet's end links, finding them awkward, and one owner reported receiving the wrong size watch. A few users noted dust inside their watches, and the single-domed sapphire crystal's reflectivity was a point of criticism for one owner, while another found the "American Assembly" text awkward. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tradition highly for its vintage-inspired design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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