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Sternglas Marus 2.0vsPraesidus DD-45

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Marus 2.0
SternglasMarus 2.0
MSRP $593
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marus 2.041mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
Marus 2.041h
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
Marus 2.0200m
DD-45100m
MSRP
Marus 2.0$593
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
OG
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
Ameriquartz USA
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$593
$299

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What people say

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Sternglas Marus 2.0

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Marus 2.0 for its well-built, heavy case and excellent bezel action, which is considered superior to some competitors. Reviewers note the refined case and luminous dial markers, while the green dial stands out from other divers. The Seiko NH35A movement offers accuracy ranging from -20/+40 seconds per day. One reviewer desired a slightly larger screw-down crown. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus 2.0 highly for its robust build and standout dial at its price point.

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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