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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsSpinnaker Wreck Automatic

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
Wreck Automatic
SpinnakerWreck Automatic
MSRP $189

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Wreck Automatic44mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Wreck Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
Wreck Automatic200m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
Wreck Automatic$189

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
44mm
Thickness
8.4mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
SII NH35A
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$189

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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 Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

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