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Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)vsZelos Spearfish 3

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Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
Tactical Field (DLC)$499
Spearfish 3$749

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

1 specs
Dial Color
DLC
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
La Joux-Perret G100
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$749

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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 Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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