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Vaer Tactical FieldvsZelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

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Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199
Skyraider 40 Skeleton
ZelosSkyraider 40 Skeleton
MSRP $1,999

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tactical Field36mm
Skyraider 40 Skeleton40mm
Power Reserve
Tactical Field40h
Skyraider 40 Skeleton40h
Water Resistance
Tactical Field100m
Skyraider 40 Skeleton50m
MSRP
Tactical Field$199
Skyraider 40 Skeleton$1,999

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Skeleton
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
8.4mm
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
40mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
36mm
Ti Damascus LE

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Swiss Skeletonised Marvin 700
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$199
$1,999

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What people say

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Vaer Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

The Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is noted for its skeletonized dial and the use of BGW9 and C3 Super-LumiNova for legibility. It is powered by a manual-wind ETA 6498 movement, offering a 44-hour power reserve. On balance, the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is seen as a cool-looking option, though availability is a factor.

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