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Boschett Timepieces Cave DwellervsVaer R1 Racing Chronograph

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Cave Dweller
Boschett TimepiecesCave Dweller
MSRP $750
R1 Racing Chronograph
VaerR1 Racing Chronograph
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Cave Dweller44mm
R1 Racing Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Cave Dweller40h
R1 Racing Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Cave Dweller1,000m
R1 Racing Chronograph100m
MSRP
Cave Dweller$750
R1 Racing Chronograph$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
44mm
38mm
Thickness
16.5mm
12.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
1000m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Cream
Lume
Superluminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW-200
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$499

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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 R1 Racing Chronograph

The Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph is widely praised for its beautiful cream dial, which some describe as champagne-like, and its luxurious case finishing for the price. Owners appreciate its well-proportioned design, pleasing dial with well-chosen font weights, and retro feel, with one noting it remains a favorite in their rotation and has easy band swapping. The watch features a 38mm cushion case, a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, 100m water resistance, and American assembly. One owner noted the 42mm size wears small for a larger wrist, and the "ghost" crown position is mentioned. It includes two signed-buckle straps and a domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic and value.

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