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Vaer C5 Recon Field SolarvsVaer Korean Field Solar

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C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329
Korean Field Solar
VaerKorean Field Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Korean Field Solar36mm
Power Reserve
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Korean Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
Korean Field Solar100m
MSRP
C5 Recon Field Solar$329
Korean Field Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
10.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
USA 36mm

Movement

1 specs
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$329
$299

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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 Korean Field Solar

The Vaer Korean Field Solar is praised for its practical solar quartz movement, legible dial, and 36mm proportions. Reviewers note its utilitarian design inspired by 1950s A-17 timepieces and USA assembly for under $200. Accuracy is rated at -10/+20 seconds per month. One owner found the lume lacking and short-lived, while another reported issues with lug hole placement and flaking lume on a sibling model. A different owner in the line found the hour hand too long and the screw-down crown operation could be smoother. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Vaer Korean Field Solar for its accessible price point and practical solar quartz movement.

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