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Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum PatinavsSpinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

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C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
PraesidusC-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
MSRP $550
Fleuss Chronograph
SpinnakerFleuss Chronograph
MSRP $325

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina38mm
Fleuss Chronograph43mm
Power Reserve
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina40h
Fleuss Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina100m
Fleuss Chronograph100m
MSRP
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina$550
Fleuss Chronograph$325

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
43mm
Thickness
11mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
51mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
C-47 D-Day - Aluminum Patina
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko VK64
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$325

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Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina

The Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina is praised for its 38mm diameter and its dial, crafted from actual C-47 airplane doors, offering a unique patina and historical context. Reviewers note its utilitarian, vintage military aesthetic, enhanced by a sandblasted stainless steel case and acrylic crystal. The watch is equipped with a Miyota 9039 movement, 100m water resistance, and Super-LumiNova for visibility. Accuracy is rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, with a 42-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers highlight the Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina's historical dial as its most compelling feature, transforming a potentially divisive material into a unique selling point.

Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

The Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph is praised for its impressive aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and excellent value at its affordable price point. One reviewer notes the chronograph function stops at 60 minutes and requires resetting. Owners report the internal bezel rotates too easily and the clasp lacks fine finishing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph highly for its meticulous attention to detail and overall value.

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