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Makydo ContourvsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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Contour
MakydoContour
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contour37mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Contour
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Contour30m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Contour
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
8.6mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$329

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What people say

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Makydo Contour

Owners widely praise the Makydo Contour Carrara for its asymmetrical case shape and elegant, classy design, deeming it suitable for dressier and formal occasions. Some owners find the included leather strap more fitting for such events. Several commenters, however, question its value, stating it is too expensive at €587.39. On balance, owners appreciate the Makydo Contour's distinctive design, though a segment of the community finds the price point prohibitive.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

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