8 of the best adventure-ready watches for men from VAER

For those that live life in the great outdoors in search of adventure, you’re going to want a watch on your wrist that can keep pace with your endeavours and that’s where awesome watch brands like VAER come into play. This American watch brand boasts some of the coolest-looking yet robust timepieces anywhere on the market and, best of all, they don’t cost an arm and a leg, with most being on your wrist for under $500. Check out our pick of 8 of the best adventure-ready watches for men from VAER below:

C5 Korean Field Watch

With the creation of the C5 Korean Field, VAER’s aim was to highlight the Korean War while providing a more cost-effective alternative to their WWII-inspired automatic A12 Dirty Dozen. This model not only includes a historically accurate dial design but also boasts a distinctive deep-etched engraving on the caseback.

buy now | $279

R1 USA Oceanracer Chronograph

Drawing inspiration from the classic racing watches of the 1960s and 1970s, our R1 Oceanracer embodies the essence of these timeless designs. This all-around meca-quartz timekeeper merges the sleek, modern aesthetics and functionality of a contemporary chronograph with the renowned durability, water resistance, and daily utility that VAER is known for.

buy now | $399

G5 Meridian Watch

The G5 Meridian, inspired by the 1950s, is a standout 20ATM automatic watch in the Vaer collection, representing their most luxurious USA-assembled model and their initial foray into true GMT watches. As part of VAER’s G-series, this dual timezone automatic series watch is noted for its ocean-ready features, self-winding movement, and complete assembly in America.

buy now | $799

D4 Meridian Watch

When designing the D4 Meridian, VAER’s objective was to honour the legacy of military dive watches while also carving out a unique and contemporary Vaer style. The dial design and bezel of this watch draw inspiration from the Rolex and Doxa military divers of the 1970s, while the case takes cues from the military-issue Omega Seamaster.

buy now | $399

A5 Atlas Watch

What sets the A5 apart? We believe it’s the seamless blend of opposing concepts. It embodies a mix of traditional and modern, elegant yet rugged, and both simplistic and intricate elements. This watch is a modest daily accessory, yet it boasts specifications and features that rival those of watches priced around $1000.

buy now | $619

DS5 Pacific Watch

The DS5 Automatic Diver combines best-in-class durability with timeless design. It is VAER’s latest addition to the dive watch collection – offering an anodized aluminium 120-click uni-directional bezel, sapphire crystal, 20ATM water resistance, and highly reliable Seiko NH-35 movement

buy now | $349

A12 Dirty Dozen Watch

Like its 12 military predecessors marked W.W.W. for Waterproof Wrist Watch, the A12 Dirty Dozen excels in underwater activities. Its threaded screw-down caseback and crown ensure an airtight, waterproof seal. Unlike many ocean-rated watches, this Swiss-made automatic is notably slim and comfortable, featuring a 36mm diameter.

buy now | $999

R1 USA Rally Chronograph

Inspired by the iconic racing watches of the 1960s and 1970s, the R1 Rally is an all-purpose meca-quartz timekeeper that blends the aesthetics and functionality of a modern chronograph with the durability, water resistance, and everyday practicality synonymous with the brand.

buy now | $399