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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.
1 Variant
Retail MSRP
$329
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Static data
Case
40mm
Power Reserve
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Movement
Quartz
Water Resistance
100m
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Case Dimensions
Diameter40mm
Thickness10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug48mm
Lug Width20mm
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Case Build
Material316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance100m
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Crystal & Dial
CrystalDomed Sapphire
Dial ColorStandard
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Movement
TypeQuartz
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve—
Jewels—
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
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Design Language
Dial styleMatte
BezelFixed
Bracelet / strapLug-attached bracelet
HandsBaton
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In a nutshell
The Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar (ref. c5-recon-field-solar-40mm-usa) is a quartz field watch, with a 40mm 316l stainless steel case, 10.4mm thick. Water resistance is rated to 100m, under a domed sapphire crystal. Manufacturer MSRP is $329.