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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
8.4mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$239

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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 DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

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