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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
40.5mm
Thickness
8.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
48mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Miyota 9015
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$499

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What people say

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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

The Vaer Tactical Field is praised for its robust build, 100m water resistance, and a domed sapphire crystal with AR coating. Owners consistently highlight its exceptional, long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova lume and thin profile that wears well without snagging on sleeves. Some owners note the second hand may occasionally miss indicators due to hand-assembly, but consider it a minor issue for a watch that keeps perfect time. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price.

Phoibos Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

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