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Ikepod Megapod M301vsPraesidus DD-45

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Megapod M301
IkepodMegapod M301
MSRP $1,458
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Megapod M30146mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
Megapod M30140h
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
Megapod M30150m
DD-45100m
MSRP
Megapod M301$1,458
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
46mm
40mm
Thickness
17mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
OG

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ameriquartz USA
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,458
$299

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What people say

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Ikepod Megapod M301

Owners widely praise the Ikepod Megapod M301's distinctive artistic design and generous Super-LumiNova application. The watch wears smaller than its 46mm case diameter suggests, with many finding it comfortable. Some reviewers, however, would prefer a strap material other than silicone and note that a Swiss movement might be desired at the $1,490 price point. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Megapod M301 for its unique aesthetic and strong lume.

Praesidus DD-45

The Praesidus DD-45 is lauded for its detailed vintage-inspired design and solid finishing, with reviewers highlighting the impressive aged indices and hands on the "Patina" version and a well-finished 38mm steel case. Its 100-meter water resistance exceeds that of the original military watches, and the included leather strap is praised for its quality and vintage character, despite initial stiffness. One reviewer notes the Landeron movement exhibits jerky hand-winding. Overall, reviewers rate the Praesidus DD-45 highly for its faithful vintage aesthetic and robust build at its $900 price point.

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