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Praesidus DD-45vsGrand Seiko SLGW007

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DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299
SLGW007
Grand SeikoSLGW007
MSRP $10,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DD-4540mm
SLGW00738.6mm
Power Reserve
DD-4540h
SLGW00780h
Water Resistance
DD-45100m
SLGW00730m
MSRP
DD-45$299
SLGW007$10,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38.6mm
Thickness
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
45mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
9SA4
Type
Quartz
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$10,000

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What people say

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGW007

Grand Seiko SLGW007 owners and reviewers praise its compact 38.6mm x 9.95mm Evolution 9 case and the textured "Moonlit Birch" dial, described as moody, elegant, and captivating. The technically credible 9SA4 hand-wound movement with an 80-hour power reserve is also highlighted. Its 30m water resistance and lack of lume are noted as appropriate for a dress watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW007 highly for its refined case, captivating dial, and updated movement.

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