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Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)vsVaer Tradition

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Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349
Tradition
VaerTradition
MSRP $179

At a glance

4 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Tradition36mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Tradition40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
Tradition100m
MSRP
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349
Tradition$179

Full specifications

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm Solar
Tan

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$179

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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 Tradition

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tradition for its wearable 36mm size, fitting smaller wrists well and offering a vintage aesthetic. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its excellent finishing, smooth screw-down crown, and bright lume. However, some owners express dissatisfaction with the stainless steel bracelet's end links, finding them awkward, and one owner reported receiving the wrong size watch. A few users noted dust inside their watches, and the single-domed sapphire crystal's reflectivity was a point of criticism for one owner, while another found the "American Assembly" text awkward. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tradition highly for its vintage-inspired design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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