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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsTissot Chrono XL Vintage

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
Chrono XL Vintage
TissotChrono XL Vintage
MSRP $450

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Chrono XL Vintage45mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Chrono XL Vintage40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
Chrono XL Vintage100m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
Chrono XL Vintage$450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
45mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11.02mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Blue
Indices
Applied
Arabic
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$450

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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.

Tissot Chrono XL Vintage

The Tissot Chrono XL Vintage is widely appreciated for its retro pilot aesthetic, featuring altimeter-style numerals and a black, white, and bronze dial within a black steel case. Owners consistently praise its excellent lume for the price point. While the 45mm size is noted as substantial, some find it fits surprisingly well even under shirt cuffs, though it is generally considered more of a casual, t-shirt watch. On balance, owners value the Tissot Chrono XL Vintage for its distinctive vintage pilot design and strong lume at its price.

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