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Vaer Tactical FieldvsLongines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

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Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199
MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE
LonginesMASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE
MSRP $3,000

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field36mm
MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE34mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field40h
MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE72h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field100m
MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE30m
MSRP
Tactical Field$199
MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE$3,000

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Field
Moonphase
Diameter
36mm
34mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
41.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Both sides
Dial Color
36mm
Silver
Indices
Applied
Painted Arabic numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
L899.5
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds, moon phase display and date indicated by small hand at

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$199
$3,000

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What people say

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Vaer Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

Owners widely praise the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE for its mesmerizing and legible dial, balancing classic and complex design elements, with many considering it a great value for its complications. Reviewers note the 40mm case feels well-balanced, and the Caliber L899 movement offers a 64-hour power reserve. Some owners suggest the price point may be high relative to alternatives, and the 3 bar water resistance means it is not suitable for swimming, while the complete calendar requires manual adjustment for shorter months. On balance, the consensus is that owners rate the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE highly for its attractive dial and complications at its price point.

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