So, who are the contenders? Let’s go through them, and I’ll talk branding, pricing, and packaging while we’re at it.
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What’s small, plastic, contracted by the US Department of Defence, and contains radioactive material used in Thermonuclear Weaponry?
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Orient’s new “Stretto” RA-TX03 series is not only punching well above its weight - with a feature-packed movement and some beautiful dials, there's hardly any competition in this field.
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What’s more, unlike the Tsuyosa, this watch wasn’t made of stainless steel. Instead, it shipped with a far more ‘advanced’ Super Titanium case. I had to take a look at it.
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In the GMT field, VAER’s Tactical G5 is a bit of a black sheep - in more ways than one.
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The ultimate Bambino is finally here...or at least that’s what you’ve been telling me!
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As an introduction to affordable field watches, VAER’s C3 Korean US Solar watch is a fantastic place to start.
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Which ones are actually the best? Which have that special sauce that makes them worth considering?
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“Less is more" perfectly sums up minimalist design - a concept Casio has embraced in the F-91WB. But have they gone too far?
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San Martin’s “Original Designs” line veers away from their usual homage game and delivers something fresh.
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This is the new Nova 37mm from Zelos. That’s right, Zelos. The same brand that brought you big-ass tool watch designs.
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At 43.3 millimeters in diameter, and coming in a range of bright bold colorways, this particular model is less of a shrinking violet and more of a Jolly Green Giant.
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I received an email in February 2024...out of nowhere, Vaer was back on my radar!
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Zelos decided to throw a whole heap of exotic materials and textures at this timepiece and flog it at a hair under $1000. Does it work?
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Is it as good in person? Yes…actually, it’s better in person!
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I’m about to reveal Seiko’s secret formula. The obscure, genius, groundbreaking strategy that keeps this watchmaking juggernaut at the very top of the pecking order.
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Once you pay over a grand, most watches are built to a similar standard (the recent Tag-Kith collab notwithstanding). I mean, £1,500 for a plastic watch? Are you kidding?
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Orient's global press release for this watch was "a diver design model with offset crown" - hardly inspirational…
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Here’s a list of the most durable brands I’ve come across; for those of you after a hardy watch that can take a licking and keep on ticking.
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With over 20 types and variations of field style watch, Vaer has certainly left potential buyers with plenty of choice.
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