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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsSpinnaker Bradner GMT

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
Bradner GMT
SpinnakerBradner GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Bradner GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Bradner GMT40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
Bradner GMT180m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
Bradner GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
8.4mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
180m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Brown

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Seiko NH34A
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$299

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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.

Spinnaker Bradner GMT

The Spinnaker Bradner GMT is praised for its awesome lume and comfortable wearability, with one owner noting the rubber strap is very comfortable and the beads of rice bracelet fits well on smaller wrists. Some find its 15mm thickness and bold colorway may not appeal to everyone, and one owner views it as more of a casual GMT with tool-watch styling than a diver. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner GMT highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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