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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsZelos Helmsman 3

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Helmsman 3
ZelosHelmsman 3
MSRP $529

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Helmsman 340h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
40mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
DLC
SS - Frost

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Miyota 9015
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$529

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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.

Zelos Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

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