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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition42.5mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition100m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition$375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Sport
Diameter
36mm
42.5mm
Thickness
8.4mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
DLC
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
4R36
Type
Solar
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$375

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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.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition is praised for its faithful homage to the iconic SKX design, with owners appreciating its aesthetics. Some find the specifications are considered inferior to alternatives, and one enthusiast suggests removing "AUTOMATIC" from the dial. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from -5 to -8 seconds per day. Overall, owners view the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition positively for its iconic design and value as a homage piece.

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