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Praesidus DD-45vsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton
SpinnakerCroft Mid-Size Skeleton
MSRP $425

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DD-4540mm
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm
Power Reserve
DD-4540h
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h
Water Resistance
DD-45100m
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m
MSRP
DD-45$299
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
47mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
OG
Dollar Diver

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
SII NH38A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$425

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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.

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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