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Vaer C5 Recon Field SolarvsZelos Thresher 44

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C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329
Thresher 44
ZelosThresher 44
MSRP $549

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Thresher 4444mm
Power Reserve
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Thresher 4440h
Water Resistance
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
Thresher 44500m
MSRP
C5 Recon Field Solar$329
Thresher 44$549

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
44mm
Thickness
10.4mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
500m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$329
$549

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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 Thresher 44

Owners widely praise the Zelos Thresher 44, with one owner noting its finish has proven remarkably scratch-resistant. However, one owner found the finishing on their hammered grey variant not as well done as expected. The Zelos Thresher 44 with an agate dial sold out in 90 seconds, with one owner receiving theirs and noting the bracelet was fully wrapped. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Thresher 44 highly for its desirability and scratch-resistant finish.

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