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Citizen Zenshin Three-HandvsPraesidus DD-45

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Zenshin Three-Hand
CitizenZenshin Three-Hand
MSRP $394
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zenshin Three-Hand39mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
Zenshin Three-Hand40h
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
Zenshin Three-Hand100m
DD-45100m
MSRP
Zenshin Three-Hand$394
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Material
Super Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Green
OG

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
J800
Ameriquartz USA
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$394
$299

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What people say

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Citizen Zenshin Three-Hand

Owners widely praise the Citizen Zenshin Three-Hand for its exceptional value, highlighting the Super Titanium case, sapphire crystal, 100m water resistance, and scratch resistance. Reviewers consistently commend the superb textured dials, with one noting the green dial's depth and richness, and another mentioning applied indices that rival higher-end brands. The comfortable wearability, attributed to the titanium construction and integrated bracelet, is also frequently cited. The in-house Calibre 8322 automatic movement offers a 60-hour power reserve, though accuracy figures range from –20 to +40 seconds per day, with some owners desiring tighter performance. One owner noted potential second hand misalignment and clasp quality concerns, and some prefer regular bracelets over the integrated design.

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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