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Boschett Timepieces Cave DwellervsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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Cave Dweller
Boschett TimepiecesCave Dweller
MSRP $750
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Cave Dweller44mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Cave Dweller40h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Cave Dweller1,000m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Cave Dweller$750
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
16.5mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
1000m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Superluminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW-200
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$329

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What people say

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Boschett Timepieces Cave Dweller

Owners praise the Boschett Cave Dweller's rugged look, versatility, and reliable performance, with one owner noting its appeal due to limited production. A reviewer flags non-drilled lugs as frustrating and criticizes the bezel grip, while also noting average blue lume performance and a small date window. Overall, owners value the Boschett Cave Dweller for its robust design and dependable functionality, with specific features like the practical clasp being a highlight for some.

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.

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