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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsGrand Seiko SLGB003

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
SLGB003
Grand SeikoSLGB003
MSRP $11,400

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
SLGB00337mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
SLGB00372h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
SLGB003100m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
SLGB003$11,400

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
44.3mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
DLC
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
9RB2
Type
Solar
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$11,400

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGB003

Grand Seiko SLGB003 owners widely praise its lightness and comfort, with a dial that offers a shifting character in different lighting conditions. Reviewers note its compact case size enhances wearability and versatility across wrist sizes. However, one owner found the dial underwhelming, and another reported a date disc issue with lower numbers not changing correctly. Some question the value proposition at around $10,000, citing the bracelet and dial as potential drawbacks, while others highlight the movement and smaller dimensions as significant positives. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SLGB003 highly for its movement and compact dimensions, despite some reservations about the dial and bracelet.

From video reviewers

The watch's exceptional accuracy is a notable strength, with both reviewers highlighting its precise timekeeping. A weakness is the relatively high price point compared to other Grand Seiko models. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with one reviewer noting it's relatively small at 37mm, while the other doesn't mention case size as a concern.

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