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Bremont MBIIvsPraesidus DD-45

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MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
DD-45100m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
OG

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
Ameriquartz USA
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$299

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What people say

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Bremont MBII

The Bremont MBII is praised for its striking, high-tech pilot's watch aesthetic, reassuring heft, and quality feel, featuring an anti-shock system and customizable barrel. Owners note its condition can be excellent with minor hairlines, and it is presented with all original boxes and papers. A drawback cited is its 38-hour power reserve compared to newer movements. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Bremont MBII affordable and a good representation of the brand.

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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