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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsSternglas Hamburg Chrono

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Hamburg Chrono
SternglasHamburg Chrono
MSRP $377

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Hamburg Chrono42mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Hamburg Chrono
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Hamburg Chrono50m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Hamburg Chrono$377

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
8.4mm
9.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
DLC

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Seiko TMI VK64 Mecha-Quartz
Type
Solar
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$377

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What people say

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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field for its lightweight versatility and interesting design, with one owner highlighting the brand's excellent customer service. Some owners report issues with marker alignment, specifically at the 12 o'clock position and the seconds hand not hitting markers precisely, though the company offered resolutions. One owner noted a crunchy winding action. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its lightweight versatility and interesting design.

Sternglas Hamburg Chrono

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Hamburg Chrono for its visually pleasing design, comfortable lightweight wear, and excellent timekeeping, with specific appreciation for details like the orange date window frame and overall value for the price. Some community members find the Regatta design busy and question the VK64 movement's lack of a running second hand, though others defend its unique, colorful aesthetic. One commenter notes the significant margin between manufacturing cost and retail price. On balance, owners rate the Sternglas Hamburg Chrono highly for its design details and value at its price point.

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