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Citizen The Fantastic 4: First StepsvsVaer Tactical Field

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The Fantastic 4: First Steps
CitizenThe Fantastic 4: First Steps
MSRP $469
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Fantastic 4: First Steps39mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
The Fantastic 4: First Steps40h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
The Fantastic 4: First Steps100m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
The Fantastic 4: First Steps$469
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Casual
Field
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Material
Super Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
36mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
J800
Miyota 2035
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$199

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What people say

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Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps

Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps is praised for its robust 100m water-resistant Super Titanium case and well-finished integrated design. Reviewers highlight the attractive day-date dial and the hassle-free, accurate Eco-Drive J800 movement, noting a +/-15 seconds per month accuracy and an eight-month power reserve. The 39mm case size is considered to fit tastefully on wrists around 6.5-8 inches. Some find the dial's themed indices and minutes scale challenge at-a-glance legibility. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps highly for its value and wearability, driven by its durable Super Titanium construction and reliable Eco-Drive movement.

Vaer Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

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