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Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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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.

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Case
40mm
Power Reserve
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Movement
Quartz
Water Resistance
100m
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
01

Case Dimensions

Diameter40mm
Thickness10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug48mm
Lug Width20mm
02

Case Build

Material316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance100m
03

Crystal & Dial

CrystalDomed Sapphire
Dial ColorStandard
04

Movement

TypeQuartz
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve—
Jewels—
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
05

Design Language

Dial styleMatte
BezelFixed
Bracelet / strapLug-attached bracelet
HandsBaton
AI-detected from product image · 5/22/2026

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In a nutshell

The Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar is a quartz field watch, with a 40mm 316l stainless steel case, 10.4mm thick. Water resistance is rated to 100m, under a domed sapphire crystal. Manufacturer MSRP is $329.

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