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Vaer C5 Recon Field SolarvsVaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker

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C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker
VaerDS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker
MSRP $349

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker38mm
Power Reserve
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker40h
Water Resistance
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker200m
MSRP
C5 Recon Field Solar$329
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker$349

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
10.4mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

1 specs
Type
Quartz
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$329
$349

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What people say

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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.

Vaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker

The Vaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker is praised for its 38mm size and the inclusion of three Topo-designed straps and an accessory case. It utilizes a solar-powered Epson quartz movement, noted as a solid workhorse. Overall, owners appreciate the practical inclusions and the compact sizing of the Vaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker.

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