Field Watch reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 356 Reddit reviews across 7 subreddits and 51 posts to rank the best Field Watch brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Watches, r/MicrobrandWatches, r/ChineseWatches, r/PrideAndPinion, r/watchesindia. Top-rated brands include Hamilton (4.7/5), Timex (4.1/5), Seiko (4.2/5).
Stats
Reviews356
Subreddits7
Posts51
Brands42
Products82
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#1
Hamilton
4.7
(84)
"Hamilton Khaki"
"I love my Hamilton field watch."
"Having said that, I love my Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical and would recommend that."
"Not a microbrand but the Hamilton Khaki Field watch is very nice."
"Is an obvious pick."
"Hamilton khaki field. Id g for the auto version if u got the funds"
"Hamilton Khaki Field with 38mm case."
"Hamilton"
"Field watch - Hamilton. Period."
"Best field watch among them- Hamilton Khaki."
#2
Timex
4.1
(39)
"Love my Timex Expedition Titanium."
"Best field watch is the Timex Weekender because it has indiglo on the whole dial."
"Check out the Expedition and Expedition North Sierra series from Timex."
"Definitely a Timex expedition w Indiglo."
"I have an Expedition Scout and I love it."
"This is the best field watch under 100 dollars."
"I have the Timex Expedition North Solar 36, and it is an amazing beater watch."
"Timex is loooove for the money they want."
"I have the Timex Expedition North Solar 36, and it is an amazing beater watch."
"Timex expedition north. Insane value"
#3
Seiko
4.2
(37)
"Very very cool piece that I don’t think you’ll regret."
"Seiko are truly tool watches to tool around with."
"Waterproof, durable, good lume, date function and hack center seconds."
"Any Seiko diver would be the best field watch EVER."
"Easy. Get the Seiko. Really fell in love with it’s movement"
"I just ordered the most suggested SNK809 and very happy about it :)"
"Alpinist all the way. Better design and it just feels more solid."
"The Alpinist is the far superior watch imo."
"Seiko Alpinist, Formex Field Automatic, Hamilton Khaki."
"The Alpinist is bombproof."
#4
Citizen
4.5
(26)
"Citizen eco-drive [bm8180]... Casio mtp-s120 (solar) ... Lorus field watches ... Militado field watches."
"Citizen Garrison. Day, date, solar all for $100."
"I like the citizen, the big legible numbers and the Sinn like hands."
"Absolutely love it, no regrets."
"Citizen has solid lume, and eco drive is awesome for worry free timekeeping."
"Buy the Citizen."
"Great value."
"Citizen or Seiko is the answer."
"You'll probably never need to service the citizen, so there's that."
"You can find the [citizen eco-drive bm8180 for $80](https://www.ebay.com/itm/266907957809) on the [officialwatchdeals]"
#5
Vaer
4.1
(22)
"I love my Vaers. DS4 and S3. Wear my S3 all of the time."
"Yeah I agree with Vaer as I’ve had one. Loved it."
"Check the [pre-owned watches]. I got my pre-owned A5 for $150-200 less."
"I ordered Vaer’s 36mm Korean Field Solar a few days ago and am super excited for it to arrive."
"I bought a VAER, and I love it. I've been wearing it for a year now, it keeps accurate time, and it's a perfect size"
"I have the Vaer. It is not as popular as the others but I can tell you I love it."
"Check out Vaer. They are amazing watches for the price."
"Seconding Vaer. They make a variety of field watches."
"Check out Vaer."
"Vaer C5 tactical field."
#6
Marathon
4.6
(15)
"Love the Marathon MSAR Quartz."
"Epic watch!"
"I really like my marathon stainless. general purpose field."
"Marathon is the choice for me. Some of their watches are still used in the military."
"Marathon, CWC, Boldr, RZE, Traska, Smith’s, Hamilton Khaki, Tudor etc etc etc."
"Marathon general purpose. I'm rather fond of the officer variant in quartz."
"Marathon watches are actually used in the field."
"If you want a durable field watch that isn’t too big, definitely look into Marathon Watches."
"Marathon has automatic military inspired pieces."
"Marathon make good little quartz field watches with tritium lume."
#7
Boldr
4.6
(13)
"I'm very happy with my choice."
"Check out the Boldr Venture line. Microbrand, 38mm titanium case, automatic, $300. It’s super light and incredible for the price."
"Have you considered the Boldr Venture? Titanium case, sapphire crystal."
"Boldr Expedition I meets all of your requirements for ~$700."
"Boldr Expedition I meets all of these requirements."
"Do I need to say anything else?"
"However, in this case I do recommend the Boldr Venture higher than Hamilton."
"There’s also a micro brand called Boldr. The Venture series is quite good."
"Boldr Venture - you can have one for right around 300 euros."
"Boldr makes some great fieldwatches as well."
#8
Bulova
4.2
(12)
"Bulova Hack"
"Bulova Hack. It's been a fantastic field watch for me."
"Bulova Hack automatic, perhaps. Good value, for sure."
"Bulova Hack is the answer."
"Bulova Hack"
"I’m partial to the Bulova - Hack."
"Bulova hack for the vintage look."
"Bulova"
"I personally dig the Bulova"
"On my short list are the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical, Bulova Hack and Seiko 5 SRPG."
#9
BOLDR
4.0
(9)
"You’ll NEVDR regret it. Promise."
"Good god, that Boldr really does it for me."
"Boldr, Islander Mitchel Field, Praesidus, Draken."
"If you’re just looking for a lightweight beater get a Boldr."
"I was leaning toward a Vaer S3 field watch myself, until I checked out the BOLDR automatic field watches."
"I'd choose Boldr. This particular Hamilton has a pretty bad water resistance for a modern field watch."
"I like the boldr first and the serica second."
"I cannot decide between Hamilton and Boldr."
"Boldr"
#10
Serica
4.4
(8)
"Hunt around for a used Serica 4512"
"I highly recommend the Serica 4512."
"Serica 4512"
"I definitely prefer the Serica. It has better proportions and more of a richness in its quality and character."
"Serica makes a cool field watch."
"Both should work well."
"Serica www. They are also making the 4512."
"Love the looks of the Serica, but a hand wound watch with a screw down crown will turn into a PITA."
#11
Bertucci
4.3
(8)
"As a person who has owned almost all of these, I can confirm that the Bertucci is the one that surprised me the most, and gets the most use."
"Solid titanium case with no springbars make the bertucci A-4T Yankee a top choice for a field watch."
"Makes a lot of decent sub $100 field watches."
"Check out bertucci range from super cheap."
"I mentioned this brand on a post the other day but Bertucci. They have some rated for 100m and 200m which is good for a pool for sure."
"Bertucci!"
"Check out Bertucci."
#12
Momentum
4.6
(5)
"I'm really happy with Momentum smokejumper."
"I've been very happy with my Momentum Smokejumper, they're a Canadian company and this particular watch is right in line with your budget."
"Might I also add Momentum to the mix?"
"You can pick up a Vancouver based brand Momentum Altas 38 Eclipse Solar Navy Blue Dial Sapphire Crystal Stainless Steel."
"Check out Momentum watches. They are a small company out of Vancouver Canada."
#13
Farer
4.4
(5)
"It's a stunning pointer date field watch."
"Farer hands down!"
"I've enjoyed these two field watches very much, they both cost under $1k new, and you could get them cheaper used."
"Farer is next on my list."
"I vote for the Farer followed by Hamilton."
#14
Sinn
4.2
(5)
"Sinn 556."
"Sinn 556A homage"
"I’d recommend the Sinn 556a rs."
"Look for a Sinn 556."
"The one watch that I immediately thought about was a Sinn, like the 556."
#15
Damasko
4.2
(5)
"Damasko DS30, done and done."
"Damasko DK36 comes in under 2k on a strap."
"Damasko DK36 comes in under 2k on a strap."
"Damasko DS30. Can find them used for under $800."
"If you like the idea of scratch resistance but want something cheaper, Traska has a few that you might like."
#16
Casio
4.8
(4)
"Almost every sparky I work with uses a Casio F91W, it resin, light, tells the time and if you smash it you don't care and get another."
"I just got one two weeks ago. It’s a great piece. I wear it frequently despite having a dozen “higher end” choices."
"I am in the military and this is my daily wear. i would argue this watch and its ilk are the 21st century version of the field watch."
"Durable, disposable, inexpensive and damn near indestructible."
#17
CWC
4.5
(4)
"A watch you can truly beat the shit out of an not care lol. I love mine."
"The most robust and best value I’ve found is the CWC G10 in sapphire which has 200m water resistance."
"200m water resistance and a bit of military heritage. Saw one recently for $250 used."
"Look into a CWC G10."
#18
Christopher Ward
4.3
(4)
"I have an older model cw dune and I absolutely love it."
"The new Dune from CW is also beautiful."
"Though I guess it's close to just being called an independent."
"Christopher Ward, Farer, SWC."
#19
SWC
4.7
(3)
"I’m very pleased with my SWC bunker. Better glass and lume than a Hamilton."
"SWC bunker checks all your boxes."
"SWC Bunker (if you tolerate the logo)"
#20
Traska
4.7
(3)
"Traska Summiteer."
"Traska Summiteer meets all your requirements."
"I like my traska summiteer."
#21
Boderry
4.3
(3)
"I admit it's an Ali Express watch, and I'll still suggest the Boderry Voyager."
"Lightweight Titanium case with an automatic movement and sapphire crystal."
"Boderry Voyager if you're not in a rush... Timex Expedition, refurbished Seiko 5."
#22
Formex
4.3
(3)
"I also have the $850 Formex Field and for the $250 price jump there’s no quality difference that I can find."
"The Formex field is a nice option if you want a field watch that looks a bit more unique."
"Formex Field."
#23
Smiths
4.3
(3)
"Everything you want from a classy field watch."
"When I want a more traditional field watch though I have a Smiths PRS-29a."
"Check out the smiths prs 29a."
#24
Orient
4.3
(3)
"Would add the Orient Star Outdoor (41mm) to this, if it can be found for sub $500 these days. Definitely a step up from all of these in craftsmanship and quality."
"About $350."
"I rotate between: SPB259 (Ginza limited edition), Sarb017, Sarb035 and Orient Kamasu."
#25
RZE
4.0
(3)
"The Rze urbanist is another solar option with a more modern design."
"Guy in another thread recommended me this canadian urbanist watch."
#26
Clemence Munro
5.0
(2)
"It is a fantastic field watch."
"Clemence Munro"
#27
Bremont
5.0
(2)
"Bremont broadsword. Ticks all your boxes."
"My reco is the Bremont Broadsword."
#28
Militado
5.0
(2)
"Check out the Militado D12. Love that it has no brand name on the dial."
"[Militado D12 filed watch. The best $70 I've ever spent."
#29
Praesidus
5.0
(2)
"Praesidus Rec Spec has the date complication."
"I have the C-47 and am very happy with it."
#30
Oris
4.5
(2)
"[Oris Big Crown Pointer Date] would be a great option!"
"It only has 50M water resistance but I think it's still worth mentioning due to popularity."
#31
Cincinnati Watch Company
4.5
(2)
"Cincinnati Watch company is coming out with new field watches in March that look amazing."
"Cincinnati Watch Company has their new field watches in stock. No date window though."
#32
Islander
4.5
(2)
"The Islander mitchel is awesome."
"If you are ok with date but no day, look at Islander Mitchel."
#33
Tudor
4.5
(2)
"Field Watch? I'd go with a Tudor FXD of some variety, or something by Sinn."
"For your category - Tudor Ranger."
#34
Omega
4.0
(2)
"Omega Railmaster. Very underrated, but one of the best field watches."
"Take a look at the Omega Railmaster, or the Weiss field watches."
#35
Rdunae
4.0
(2)
"Rdunae RA03 is a good one. Vintage size, quartz, and about $40 USD"
"I've been wearing the Rdunae RA03 and I sometimes raise my hand just to look at it , not necessarily that I need to know the time. It is a great field watch for 60 USD."
#36
Lorus
4.0
(2)
"Lorus field watches are small (36-38mm) and affordable (around $35)."
"Lorus or alba (seiko subbrands) field watches."
#37
Baltany
4.0
(2)
"Baltany has good field/ military watches including chronos."
"Here’s a underrated one if you only want to spend $150."
#38
Tandorio
4.0
(2)
"Tandorio … they have some 36mm options heavily inspired by Hamilton."
"Tandorio is currently selling pretty nice A11-style field watches."
#39
Ridge
4.0
(1)
"Ridge titanium."
#40
Nite
4.0
(1)
"Nite - Atlas"
#41
Vario
4.0
(1)
"I would also check out the Vario Dirty Dozen."
#42
Elliot Brown
4.0
(1)
"They are a micro brand but they are also issued to the special forces."
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