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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
38mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
DLC
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Miyota 6T33
Type
Solar
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$888

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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.

Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

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