R1 Oceanracer Chronograph Black - 42mm USA

You can absolutely swim, surf, snorkel, scuba do anything else in-water with your Vaer watch. If you didn't know it already - ALL Vaer watches include a waterproof warranty. Which is our way of saying, if you can flood it, we'll replace it (as long as your crown is sealed and your within your 2 year warranty).

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Many Vaer watches are proudly assembled in the USA. While no modern wristwatch can claim to be 100% Made in the USA, we are deeply committed to supporting American craftsmanship and maximizing domestic sourcing wherever possible.

Our USA-assembled watches, especially those featuring Ameriquartz movements and paired with leather straps, stand out with some of the highest U.S. source origin on the market—exceeding 60% USA content. This is an industry-leading achievement, reflecting our dedication to investing in American manufacturing and supply chains.

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We work hard to ensure that you receive your Vaer watch as quickly as possible. All orders are fulfilled directly from our own fulfillment center in Kansas City, Missouri, giving us full control over the process and ensuring fast, reliable service.

For USA-based orders, we offer the following shipping options:

• FedEx Two-Day Shipping: Available for purchase at checkout for expedited delivery.
• Free Standard Shipping: This option ships via USPS ground, which typically takes 3-5 business days to arrive.

For international orders, delivery times will vary depending on your location and chosen shipping method.

Our fulfillment team processes orders promptly, so whether you’re in the United States or overseas, you can count on us to get your Vaer watch to you as efficiently as possible!

At Vaer, we design our watches with versatility and comfort in mind, offering most models in multiple sizes to fit a wide range of wrists. To help you select the right size before purchasing, check out our Watch Sizing Guide for detailed references and guidance.

Most of our straps and bracelets are designed to fit wrists ranging from approximately 6 to 8.6 inches in circumference.

If you receive your watch and don’t love the size or fit, you’re welcome to return or exchange it within our 30-day return window, as long as the watch remains in new, unused condition.

Feel free to carefully try the watch on to make sure the size and fit are right for you. We recommend keeping the protective plastic in place while trying it on. If your watch comes on a metal bracelet, please do not size or adjust the bracelet until you’re sure you want to keep it, as adjusted bracelets cannot be returned.

If the case size feels right but you’d prefer a different strap or bracelet, you can also swap it for another option from our collection.

Yes, we’re happy to ship Vaer watches anywhere in the world! To date, we’ve shipped to 83 countries, and our global customer base continues to grow. Whether you’re in Canada, South Korea, Japan, the UK, or beyond, we’re committed to getting your watch to you safely.

While we are proud to offer international shipping, please note the following:

• Delivery Times: We cannot guarantee specific delivery times for international orders, as they may vary depending on your location and local postal services.
• Tariffs and Fees: Local import tariffs, taxes, or fees are the responsibility of the purchaser. We strongly recommend researching these costs prior to purchase to ensure smooth and timely delivery.

If you have any concerns or questions about international shipping, our support team is always ready to assist.

Vaer offers a 2-year limited warranty on all watches, covering any defects in materials or workmanship under normal use. If a watch experiences issues due to these defects, Vaer will repair or replace it at no cost to you.

The warranty does not cover:

• Damage from accidents, misuse, or improper handling.
• Normal wear and tear (e.g., scratches, aging of straps).
• Unauthorized repairs or modifications.

To make a warranty claim, you’ll need proof of purchase and should contact Vaer’s customer service team. Full details and instructions for submitting a claim can be found on the Vaer support page.

Yes, you can! All Vaer watches feature interchangeable 20mm straps, making them fully compatible with any other 20mm straps on the market. This means you can easily customize your Vaer watch with third-party straps to suit your style or needs.

Alternatively, you can use your Vaer straps with any other 20mm watches, which is the most common lug-width size in the watch industry.

Please note, however, that our metal bracelets are custom-fit to each specific watch case due to the precision form-fit of the end-links (where the bracelet meets the case). These are not interchangeable with other watch models or third-party bracelets.

Yes! Our Venice Beach Showroom is open daily from 11:00am to 6:00pm at 1733 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Unit B, Los Angeles, CA 90291. Stop by to explore the full collection, compare models, and try on sizes and straps with personalized guidance from our team. Appointments are encouraged, and walk-ins are always welcome.

You can also use our Store Locator page to find other authorized retailers near you.

We came up with the name "Vaer" in the summer of 2016, about six months after starting the company. The name is our invention, created to be unique, easily identifiable, and meaningful—qualities that were critical for securing a trademark and building a recognizable brand.

While Vaer is deeply rooted in American identity, we also wanted a name with universal appeal that didn’t tie the brand to any specific nationality. Inspired by horology’s strong European heritage and our personal interest in 20th-century European modernist design, we drew inspiration from a variety of languages across the region.

Here are a few of the linguistic roots and associations for "Vaer":

• Norwegian: "Vær" means "weather."
• Danish: "Vær" means "to exist."
• Old English: "Wer" (pronounced Vaer) means "man".
• French: "Vert" (pronounced Vaer) means "green."
• German: "Wehr" (pronounced Vaer) means "defender" or "protector."
• Latin: "Ver" is the root of "veritas," meaning "truth."

Ultimately, we chose the name Vaer because it’s a pleasant-sounding word with positive meanings across a variety of languages, perfectly aligning with our values of craftsmanship, resilience, and universal functionality.