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Boldr Field MedicvsVaer R1 Racing Chronograph

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Field Medic
BoldrField Medic
MSRP $299
R1 Racing Chronograph
VaerR1 Racing Chronograph
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Field Medic38mm
R1 Racing Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Field Medic40h
R1 Racing Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Field Medic200m
R1 Racing Chronograph100m
MSRP
Field Medic$299
R1 Racing Chronograph$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Chronograph
Thickness
12.2mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
I
Cream
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$499

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What people say

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Boldr Field Medic

Owners widely praise the Boldr Field Medic for its lightweight titanium case, robust build, and functional pulsometer, often highlighting its value and suitability for medical professionals. The watch is described as a solid tool watch with a crisp finish, 200m water resistance, and sapphire crystal, with some owners finding it a versatile and well-built piece that rivals more established brands. The lume is noted as visually striking but not long-lasting, and the pulsometer is seen by some as a unique decorative element or occasionally handy tool. Some owners find the watch wears small, and a few prefer a continuously running seconds hand over the pulsometer's timer function. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Field Medic highly for its practical design and robust construction at its price point.

Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph

The Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph is widely praised for its beautiful cream dial, which some describe as champagne-like, and its luxurious case finishing for the price. Owners appreciate its well-proportioned design, pleasing dial with well-chosen font weights, and retro feel, with one noting it remains a favorite in their rotation and has easy band swapping. The watch features a 38mm cushion case, a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, 100m water resistance, and American assembly. One owner noted the 42mm size wears small for a larger wrist, and the "ghost" crown position is mentioned. It includes two signed-buckle straps and a domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic and value.

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