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Praesidus DD-45vsSpinnaker Wreck Automatic

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DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299
Wreck Automatic
SpinnakerWreck Automatic
MSRP $189

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DD-4540mm
Wreck Automatic44mm
Power Reserve
DD-4540h
Wreck Automatic40h
Water Resistance
DD-45100m
Wreck Automatic200m
MSRP
DD-45$299
Wreck Automatic$189

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
44mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
OG
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$189

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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 Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

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