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Vaer C5 Recon Field SolarvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
C5 Recon Field Solar$329
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
10.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
38mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$329
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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