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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsPraesidus Arctic Field

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
Arctic Field
PraesidusArctic Field
MSRP $195

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Arctic Field34mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Arctic Field40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
Arctic Field50m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
Arctic Field$195

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
34mm
Thickness
8.4mm
9.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Gray

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
TMI VH-31 Meca-Quartz
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$195

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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.

Praesidus Arctic Field

The Praesidus Arctic Field is noted for its good readability and a faux patina that suits its style, with a blue anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal being a welcome detail. One reviewer highlights its 38mm titanium case with a brushed finish and 11.35mm thickness as well-crafted and elegant. On balance, reviewers find the Praesidus Arctic Field to be a readable and well-finished field watch.

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