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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
36mm
39.5mm
Thickness
8.4mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
DLC
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
SII NH34
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

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