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Praesidus DD-45vsAevig Thule sportswatch

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DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299
Thule sportswatch
AevigThule sportswatch
MSRP $593

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DD-4540mm
Thule sportswatch39mm
Power Reserve
DD-4540h
Thule sportswatch41h
Water Resistance
DD-45100m
Thule sportswatch100m
MSRP
DD-45$299
Thule sportswatch$593

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
48.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
OG
Black
Lume
None
Superluminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$593

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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.

Aevig Thule sportswatch

The Aevig Thule sportswatch is widely praised for its 70s-inspired design, lightweight titanium case with a hardness coating, and comfortable wearability. Owners note the NH34 GMT movement's accurate regulation, often seeing 1-2 seconds fast per day, and appreciate the excellent anti-reflective coating, sapphire crystal, and quick-release bracelet. Some reviewers, however, express a desire for dressier styling and sharper case angles, with one owner pointing out potential irregularities on the skeletonized hour markers. Overall, owners rate the Aevig Thule sportswatch highly for its original design and value.

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