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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
8.4mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Miyota 9015
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$679

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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.

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto for its classic aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and well-executed 120-click bezel with minimal back play. Reviewers highlight the anodized aluminum bezel insert, lyre lugs, sword hands, and gold accents on the blue sunburst dial as contributing to its old-school charm, making it a great companion for desk diving with comfortable strap options and quick-release spring bars. One owner specifically noted satisfaction with the 42mm variant's premium steel bracelet featuring a tool-less micro-adjust clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto highly for its classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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